Two 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 squirrels are lizards.
All lizards are goose.
Conclusions:
I. Some squirrels are not goose.
II. Some lizards are squirrels.
III. Some goose are squirrels.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Conclusions II and III follow.
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Following venn diagram can be drawn with the help of given statements:
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Conclusions: I. Some squirrels are not goose → False (All squirrels are lizards and all lizards are goose, so this is definitely false). II. Some lizards are squirrels → True (All squirrels are lizards, so some lizards are squirrels is true).) III. Some goose are squirrels → True (All squirrels are lizards and lizards are goose, so some goose are squirrels is true). Hence, Conclusions II and III follow |
