Statement: That dog barks loudly. Conclusions: I. It is aggressive. II. It has a loud bark. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Statement: That dog barks loudly. Conclusions: I. It is aggressive. II. It has a loud bark.
A. Only I follows
B. Only II follows
C. Neither I nor II follows
D. Both I and II follow
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
I does not necessarily follow; barking loudly doesn't imply aggression. II is a direct inference.

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1. All men are mortal.
2. Socrates is a man.
Conclusions:
I. Socrates is mortal.
II. All mortals are men.
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Correct Answer: Option C


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