Question

    Read the given statements and conclusions carefully.

    Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: No D is E. All F are S. Some F are E. Conclusions: I. Some S are E.   II. Some E are F. III. All F are E.
    A Both conclusions I and II follow. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Both conclusions I and III follow. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only conclusion III follows. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only conclusion II follows. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Some F are E (I) → Conversion → Some E are F (I) + All F are S (A) → Some E are S (I) → Conversion → Some S are E (I). Hence conclusion I and II follows.

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