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 pillows are bed.
Some beds are cupboards.
All cupboards are wood.
Conclusions:
I. Some beds are pillows.
II. Some cupboards are beds.
III. All wood are cupboards.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Both conclusions I and II follow.
The least possible Venn Diagram for the given statements is drawn below:
Conclusions:
I. Some beds are pillows → True (As all pillows are beds, so, some beds are pillows is also true.)
II. Some cupboards are beds→ True (As some beds are cupboards, so, some cupboards are beds is also true.)
III. All wood are cupboards → False (It is possible but no definite conclusion can be drawn.)