Multiple choice

Directions: The question below is followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the given arguments is/are ‘strong'.

Should the fees of all private professional colleges be made equal to those of government professional colleges?

Arguments: I. No, private colleges need additional funds to maintain quality of education. II. Yes, otherwise a large number of meritorious students will not be able to study in these colleges due to exorbitantly high fees.

  1. Only I is strong.

  2. Either I or II is strong.

  3. Only II is strong.

  4. Neither I nor II is strong.

  5. Both I and II are strong.

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

The first statement is strong enough as private colleges are known for their quality. To maintain this, they need to charge higher fees. The second statement is not strong enough as the fees of private colleges, if brought down, may bring down the quality. Meritorious students can always be given scholarships, etc.