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  1. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :

    Statement : The taste of food contributes to the intake of nourishment which is essential for the survival of human beings.

    Assumptions :
    I. Human beings take food for the enjoyment of its taste.
    II. Human beings experience the taste of food.

  2. A.

     Only assumption I is implicit

    B.

     Only assumption II is implicit

    C.

     Either I or II is implicit

    D.

     Neither I nor II is implicit

    E.

     Both I and II are implicit

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    Answer : Option B

    Explanation :

    It is mentioned that nourishment is essential for survival. So, this is the basic cause of intake of food. Hence, I is not implicit. Since taste of food affects the intake of nourishment, it means that human beings are affected by taste. So, II is implicit.


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