Multiple choice

Directions: A statement is given followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. An assumption is something supposed or taken for granted. You have to consider the statement and the following assumptions to decide which of the assumptions is implicit in the statement.

Statement: Beware of dogs. Our dogs do not bark but they are trained to distinguish between genuine guests and intruders. Assumptions: I. Barking dogs rarely bite. II. Our dogs could be dangerous for intruders.

  1. Only assumption I is implicit.

  2. Only assumption II is implicit.

  3. Either assumption I or II is implicit.

  4. Neither assumption I nor II is implicit.

  5. Both the assumptions I and II are implicit.

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The wording 'Beware of dogs' makes II implicit.

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