In each question below is given a statement followed by two assumptions…
2024
In each question below is given a statement followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. You have to consider the statement and the following assumptions and decide which of the assumptions is implicit in the statement.
Statement: Children are influenced more by their teachers nowadays.
Assumptions:
The children consider teachers as their models.
A large amount of children's time is spent in school.
- A.
Only assumption I is implicit
- B.
Only assumption II is implicit
- C.
Either I or II is implicit
- D.
Neither I nor II is implicit
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Correct answer: A
Answer: Only assumption I is implicit.
Explanation:
Why assumption I is implicit: If children are said to be influenced more by their teachers, it implies teachers act as role models or authoritative figures whose behavior and views shape the children's attitudes and actions. The statement directly supports this idea.
Why assumption II is not implicit: The statement does not mention how much time children spend in school. Even if children spend a lot of time at school, time alone does not necessarily cause greater influence; influence depends on the teacher's role and the child's perception. Therefore the amount of time spent in school is not a required inference from the statement.