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The question is followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments are strong (those which are both important and directly related to the question) and which of…

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The question is followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments are strong (those which are both important and directly related to the question) and which of the arguments are weak (those which are of minor importance and not directly related to the question).

Should sex determination test during pregnancy be completely banned?
Arguments:
I. Yes, this test leads to indiscriminate female foeticide and eventually will lead to social imbalance.
II. No, people have a right to know about their unborn child
  1. Only argument I is strong
  2. Only argument II is strong
  3. Both arguments I and II are strong
  4. Neither argument I nor argument II is strong

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: A - Only argument I is strong
Female foeticide and social imbalance is a strong, direct reason for a ban. A 'right to know' the unborn child's sex is weak given the abuse.

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