Statement: On metro section of railways, the motormen are frequently required to do overtime during May and June though all vacancies are completely filled as per requirement of this section. Conclusions: I. Many motormen take leave of shorter or longer duration during this period. II. Some motormen desire to earn overtime whenever possible. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Statement: On metro section of railways, the motormen are frequently required to do overtime during May and June though all vacancies are completely filled as per requirement of this section.
Conclusions:
I. Many motormen take leave of shorter or longer duration during this period.
II. Some motormen desire to earn overtime whenever possible.

A. Only conclusion II follows

B. Both conclusions I and II follow

C. Only conclusion I follows

D. Neither conclusion I nor II follows

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKExamLibrary)

Neither conclusion follows. Overtime could be due to increased workload, not necessarily leave. The statement does not discuss motormen's desire to earn overtime.

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