Statement: The police arrested the thief. Conclusions: I. The thief was caught red-handed. II. The stolen goods were recovered. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Statement: The police arrested the thief. Conclusions: I. The thief was caught red-handed. II. The stolen goods were recovered.
A. Neither I nor II follows
B. Only II follows
C. Both I and II follow
D. Only I follows
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Neither can be concluded from the arrest alone. Arrest doesn't imply caught in the act (I) or recovery (II).

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Statement: Most of the apples in the basket are ripe. Conclusions: I. Some apples are not ripe. II. All apples are ripe.
A. Both I and II follow
B. Neither I nor II follows
C. Only I follows
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Correct Answer: Option C


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C. Both I and II follow
D. Only conclusion I follows

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Statement: The Bank of England's move to auction 25 metric tons of gold drew plenty of bidders looking for a bargain, but was criticized by major gold producers worldwide.
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