Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically(s) follow from the statements.
Statements:
1. Some bottles are glasses.
2. Some glasses are bowls.
Conclusions:
1. Some bowls are bottles.
2. Some glasses are bottles.
3. No bowl is a bottle.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e Only conclusion II and either conclusion I or III follow.
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The least possible Venn Diagram for the given statements is drawn below:
Conclusions: 1. Some bowls are bottles: False (This is possible but not definite, as no direct relationship between the two is given). 2. Some glasses are bottles: True (Some bottles are glasses) 3. No bowl is a bottle: False (This is possible but not definite, as no direct relationship between the two is given). Hence, Only Conclusion II and Either Conclusion I or III follows. |
