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 papers are trees.
Some papers are leaves.
Conclusions:
I. Some trees are leaves.
II. Some trees are papers.
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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 is shown below:
Conclusions:
I. Some trees are leaves: Follows (Some trees that are papers are also leaves)
II. Some trees are papers: Follows (All papers are trees so, some trees are definitely papers)