Multiple choice

Directions: The question below is followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a ‘strong’ argument and which is a ‘weak’ argument.

Statement: Should subsidy on kerosene be immediately increased further? Arguments: I. Yes, this will bring considerable relief to the poorer section of the society as they will be the major beneficiaries. II. No, our economy is already at a difficult stage and it will not be able to withstand any further burden on it.

Mark your answer as

  1. if only argument I is strong

  2. if only argument II is strong

  3. if either I or II is strong

  4. if neither I nor II is strong

  5. if both I and II are strong
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The first argument is of course a strong argument; but the second argument is not so strong. Other ways can be thought of to materialise the loss.

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