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Two statements are given followed by two conclusions. The statements have to be taken to be true, even if they are at variance from commonly known facts. Read all the conclusions and then decide…

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Two statements are given followed by two conclusions. The statements have to be taken to be true, even if they are at variance from commonly known facts. Read all the conclusions and then decide which of the conclusion(s) logically follows from the given statements.
Statements:
(i) All leaves are roots.
(ii) Some leaves are branches.
Conclusions:
1. Some branches are not leaves.
2. At least some roots are branches.
  1. Only 1 follows
  2. Only 2 follows
  3. Both conclusions follow
  4. Neither conclusion follows

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B - Only 2 follows
All leaves are roots and some leaves are branches, so those leaves that are branches are roots: some roots are branches, conclusion 2 follows. 'Some branches are not leaves' cannot be deduced (all branches might be leaves). Only 2.

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