Directions: In making decisions about important questions, it is desirable to be able to distinguish between 'strong' arguments and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the question. 'Strong' arguments must be both important and directly related to the question. 'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the question. The question below is followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is/are ‘strong’.

Statement: Should internal assessment in colleges be abolished? Arguments: I. Yes. This will help reduce the possibility of favouritism. II. No. Teaching faculty will lose control over students.