Statement: If you work hard, you will pass. Conclusions: I. You passed, therefore you worked hard. II. You did not work hard, therefore you did not pass. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Statement: If you work hard, you will pass. Conclusions: I. You passed, therefore you worked hard. II. You did not work hard, therefore you did not pass.
A. Neither I nor II follows
B. Only II follows
C. Only I follows
D. Both I and II follow
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
This is a conditional statement. I is affirming the consequent (fallacy). II is denying the antecedent (fallacy). Neither follows logically.

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A. Only I follows
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Correct Answer: Option B


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1. All A are B.
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I. Some B are C.
II. Some C are A.
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A. Both I and II follow
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C. Neither I nor II follows
D. Only conclusion I follows

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