Multiple choice

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

Statement: The mutual dependence of men is so great in all societies that scarcely any human action is entirely complete in itself, or is performed without some reference to the actions of others, which are requisite to make it answer fully the intention of the agent. Inference: (A) The poorest farmer, who labours alone, and for self consumption, may still not be an exception to the rule. (B) The farmer, if he carries his goods to market, and offers them at a reasonable price, shall definitely find purchasers, and shall be able, by the money he acquires, to engage others to supply him with those commodities which are requisite for his subsistence.

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

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

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

  4. if neither (A) nor (B) can be drawn from the statement
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Inference (A) is probabilistic (may) and hence, not necessarily covered by 'scarcely'. Inference (B) is rendered incorrect by the definitive 'shall definitely'.

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