Multiple choice

Directions: In the question below a statement is given followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. You have to consider the statement and the assumptions given and decide which of the choices about implicitness of assumption is true.

This year most of the shops and departmental stores are offering prizes and discounts on purchases to attract customers. Implications: I. The shops and departmental stores have so far earned a lot of profit so now they have started sharing it with customers. II. Lots of goods are available but the sale is not shooting up, there is no cheer for the customers.

  1. If only assumption I is implicit.

  2. If only assumption II is implicit.

  3. If neither I nor II is implicit.

  4. If both the assumptions are implicit.

  5. If either I alone or II alone is implicit.

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Discounts and prizes are an eye candy to attract customers. So, II is a logical assumption to jack up sales.