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Directions: In the question below, is a statement followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. Consider the statement and decide which of the given assumptions is implicit.
Statement:
UPSC is tougher than MPPSC.
So I will appear in MPPSC.
Assumption:
I. Every graduate should appear in MPPSC.
II. One should avoid tougher things because one might fail in them and failure might lead to a loss of time. On the other hand, if something is easy, the chances of succeeding are high.
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If only assumption II is implicit.
💡 Explanation:
Only Assumption II is relevant here as it justifies the argument in the statement of going for easier things, rather than the tougher things.