Multiple choice

Directions: In the following question, a statement is followed by two conclusions. Which of the given conclusions can be logically drawn from the statement?

Statement: The function of music is to express those sides of human emotion which lie too deep for verbal utterance and cannot be slighted or ignored. Conclusions: (A) Music has the power of appealing to a feeling that no words can reach. (B) The success of music lies in conveying shades of emotional sensation.

  1. Conclusion (A) alone can be drawn from the statement.

  2. Conclusion (B) alone can be drawn from the statement.

  3. Both (A) and (B) can be drawn from the statement.

  4. Neither (A) nor (B) can be drawn from the statement.

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Only (A) can be concluded. (B) seeks to restrict the success of music only to its role in conveying human emotion.