Three Statements are given followed by Three conclusions numbered I, II, and III. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
Some beds are chairs.
Some chairs are tables.
All tables are cupboards.
Conclusions:
I. Some tables are beds.
II. Some cupboards are chairs.
III. Some cupboards are beds.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Only conclusion II follows.
Conclusions:
I. Some tables are beds - Does not follow (As there is no direct relation between beds and tables)
II. Some cupboards are chairs - Follows (As some chairs are tables and all tables are cupboards.)
III. Some cupboards are beds - Does not follow (As there is no direct relation between beds and tables)