Multiple choice

Directions: The statement below is followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the given arguments is/are ‘strong'.

Statement: Hefty fines should be imposed on people for having clear stagnant water around their residences in light of the dengue epidemic. Arguments: I. Yes, as the hefty fines will make them careful of allowing clear stagnant water to stand around their surroundings. II. No, as they are not responsible for the standing water outside or around their homes, the municipal corporation is.

  1. Only I is strong.

  2. Only II is strong.

  3. Both I and II are strong.

  4. Neither I nor II is strong.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

This argument is strong and this option is the correct answer. The hefty fines will force people to be more careful of their surroundings. This, in turn, will decrease the instances of clear stagnant water around places, which in turn will control the cases of dengue.

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