Directions: In the question below is given a statement followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true, then consider the two conclusions together and decide which of them logically follow beyond a reasonable doubt from the information given in the statement. Give answer. Statements: With the increase in the usage of petroleum based products, it is feared that petrol will soon become a rare commodity. Conclusions: I. The price of petroleum based products will increase. II. Petroleum products should be used efficiently.
Directions: In the question below is given a statement followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true, then consider the two conclusions together and decide which of them logically follow beyond a reasonable doubt from the information given in the statement. Give answer. Statements: With the increase in the usage of petroleum based products, it is feared that petrol will soon become a rare commodity.
Conclusions:
I. The price of petroleum based products will increase.
II. Petroleum products should be used efficiently.
correct answer is: option c (Both the Conclusions I and II follow)
Explanation: The statement expresses a concern that petroleum will become rare due to increased usage. This scarcity directly implies that the price of petroleum products will likely increase (Conclusion I). Furthermore, the fear of scarcity logically suggests that petroleum products should be used efficiently to prolong their availability (Conclusion II). Therefore, both conclusions logically follow from the statement.
- Option a: Only Conclusion I follows - This is incorrect because Conclusion II also logically follows.
- Option b: Only Conclusion II follows - This is incorrect because Conclusion I also logically follows.
- Option c: Both the Conclusions I and II follow - This is correct because the scarcity implied in the statement logically leads to the expectation of increased prices and the need for efficient usage.
- Option d: Neither Conclusion I nor II follows - This is incorrect because both conclusions can be reasonably deduced from the given statement.
