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:
All peas are vegetables.
All carrots are vegetables.
All vegetables are greens.
Conclusions:
I. All peas are greens.
II. All greens are carrots.
III. Some greens are peas.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Both conclusions I and III follow.
Conclusions:
I. All peas are greens. - Follows (because All peas are vegetables and All vegetables are greens. So, All peas are greens too)
II. All greens are carrots. - Does not follow (because All carrots are vegetables and All vegetables are greens. So, it is false)
III. Some greens are peas. - Follows (because All peas are vegetables and All vegetables are greens. So, Some greens are peas too)