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

    Statement : "If it does not rain throughout this month, most farmers would be in trouble this year."

    Assumptions :
    I. Timely rain is essential for farming.
    II. Most farmers are generally dependent on rains.

  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 E

    Explanation :

    It is mentioned that farmers will be in trouble without rain. This means that timely rain is essential. Also, it shows that farmers are dependent on rain. So, both I and II are implicit.


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