Statement: Practice makes perfect. Conclusions: I. Perfection is achieved by practice alone. II. Without practice, perfection is impossible. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Statement: Practice makes perfect. Conclusions: I. Perfection is achieved by practice alone. II. Without practice, perfection is impossible.
A. Only I follows
B. Neither I nor II follows
C. Only II follows
D. Both I and II follow
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The proverb means practice leads to perfection, implying it's necessary. So I (practice alone may be sufficient) and II (without it, no perfection) both follow in the context of the saying.

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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. Both I and II follow
B. Only I follows
C. Only II follows
D. Neither I nor II follows

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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II. Good health is a gift of the nature.
A. Neither conclusion I nor II follows
B. Both conclusions I and II follow
C. Only conclusion II follows
D. Only conclusion I follows

Correct Answer: Option B


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A. Only I follows
B. Only II follows
C. Both I and II follow
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Correct Answer: Option A


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