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:
No book is a novel.
All novels are diaries.
Conclusions:
I. All diaries can never be books.
II. Some books are diaries.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Only conclusion I follows.
Conclusions:
I. All diaries can never be books. - Follows (because No book is a novel and All novels are diaries. So, All diaries can never be books. it is true)
II. Some books are diaries. - Does not follow (It is possible but not definite)