Directions: The question consists of a statement, followed by three or four arguments numbered I, II, III and IV. You have to decide which of the arguments is/are ‘strong’ argument(s) and which…
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Directions: The question consists of a statement, followed by three or four arguments numbered I, II, III and IV. You have to decide which of the arguments is/are ‘strong’ argument(s) and which is/are ‘weak’ argument(s) and accordingly choose your answer from the given alternatives.
Statement: Should coal engines be replaced by electric engines in trains?
Arguments:
I. Yes. Coal engines cause a lot of pollution.
II. Yes. Electric engines are good on performance, easy to operate and low on maintenance.
III. No. Coal engines look more majestic than electric engines.
Arguments:
I. Yes. Coal engines cause a lot of pollution.
II. Yes. Electric engines are good on performance, easy to operate and low on maintenance.
III. No. Coal engines look more majestic than electric engines.
- All are strong
- Only I and II are strong
- Only II and III are strong
- Only I and III are strong
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Only I and II are strong
I (coal engines cause heavy pollution) and II (electric engines perform better, are easy to operate and low on maintenance) are strong reasons for the change. III (coal engines look more majestic) is trivial, so weak.
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