Statement: The bag contains a water bottle. Conclusions: I. The bottle has water in it. II. There is at least one item in the bag. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Statement: The bag contains a water bottle. Conclusions: I. The bottle has water in it. II. There is at least one item in the bag.
A. Only I follows
B. Neither I nor II follows
C. Only II follows
D. Both I and II follow
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Water bottle may be empty; I does not follow. II is obviously true.

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