Multiple choice

Directions: The question below consists of a statement which is followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. A course of action is a step or administrative decision to be taken for improvement, follow-up or further action with regard to the problem, policy, etc. On the basis of the information given in the statement, you have to assume everything in the statement to be true and then decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing.

Statement: A number of children in the local schools have fallen ill after the consumption of their subsidised tiffin provided by the school authority. Courses of action: I. The tiffin facility of all schools should be discontinued with an immediate effect. II. The government should implement a system to certify the quality of tiffin provided by the school.

  1. Only course of action I follows.

  2. Only course of action II follows.

  3. Either course of action I or course of action II follows.

  4. Neither course of action I nor course of action II follows.

  5. Both the courses of action I and II follow.
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Discontinuation of the tiffin facility will give time to ensure quality and implement proper system before more damage can take place. Also if the facility will be continued under a certified agency, there will be quality check, which will ensure that the damage does not take place. So, both the courses of action follow.

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