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 tablets are medicines.
Some medicines are ointments.
Conclusions:
I. Some tablets are ointments.
II. All ointments are medicines.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Neither conclusion I nor II follows.
Conclusions:
I. Some tablets are ointments - Does not follow (As All tablets are medicines and some medicines are ointments)
II. All ointments are medicines - Does not follow (As All tablets are medicines and some medicines are ointments)