Discussion :: Statement and Assumption
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Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Most people who stop smoking gain weight.
Assumptions :
I. If one stops smoking, one will gain weight.
II. If one does not stop smoking, one will not gain weight.
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A.
Only assumption I is implicit |
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B.
Only assumption II is implicit |
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C.
Either I or II is implicit |
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D.
Neither I nor II is implicit |
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E.
Both I and II are implicit |
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Answer : Option D
Explanation :
The statement talks of most people' and not 'all'. So, I is not necessarily true. Thus, I is not implicit. The condition, if one does not stop smoking, cannot be deduced from the statement. So, II is also not implicit.
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