In each question below is given a statement followed by two conclusions…
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In each question below is given a statement followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true, then consider the two conclusions together and decide which of them logically follows beyond a reasonable doubt from the information given in the statement.
Statements: People who speak too much against dowry are those who had taken it themselves.
Conclusions:
It is easier said than done.
People have double standards.
- A.
Only conclusion I follows
- B.
Only conclusion II follows
- C.
Either I or II follows
- D.
Both I and II follow
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Correct answer: D
Answer: Both conclusions follow.
Explanation:
From the statement: every person who speaks strongly against dowry is someone who had taken dowry. So these speakers have acted in opposition to what they say.
The conclusion 'It is easier said than done' follows because the speakers condemn dowry but have themselves taken it; this shows saying opposition is easier than living by it.
The conclusion 'People have double standards' follows because those who speak against dowry have nevertheless taken it, which is a clear example of saying one thing and doing another.
Therefore, both conclusions follow from the given statement.