The statements below are followed by two conclusions labelled I and II. Assuming that the information in the statements is true, even if it appears at variance with generally established facts, decide which conclusion(s) logically and definitely follow(s) from the information given in the statements.
Statements:
1.) Some owls are horses.
2.) Some horses are hares.
Conclusions:
I. Some owls are hares.
II. Some hares are owls.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II follows.
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The least possible Venn diagram is shown below:
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Conclusions: I. Some owls are hares: False (It is possible but not definite) II. Some hares are owls: False (It is possible but not definite) |
