Two statements are given followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. 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 keys are locks.
All locks are handles.
Conclusions:
I. Some locks are keys.
II. All handles are keys.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Only conclusion I follows.
Conclusion:
I. Some locks are keys - Follows (As All keys are locks so some locks are also keys)
II. All handles are keys - Does not follow (As All keys are locks and all locks are handles so some handles can be keys it is definite but all handles are keys it is false)