Statement: The train is running late by 2 hours. Conclusions: I. It will reach the destination at the scheduled time. II. Passengers will have to wait. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Statement: The train is running late by 2 hours. Conclusions: I. It will reach the destination at the scheduled time. II. Passengers will have to wait.
A. Both I and II follow
B. Only I follows
C. Only II follows
D. Neither I nor II follows
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
I contradicts the statement. If the train is late, passengers waiting for it will have to wait, so II follows.

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Statement: This bag is made of leather. Conclusions: I. It is not made of synthetic material. II. It is expensive.
A. Only I follows
B. Both I and II follow
C. Only II follows
D. Neither I nor II follows

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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Statement: The company's profit increased by 20% this year. Conclusions: I. The company performed better than last year. II. The expenses reduced.
A. Only II follows
B. Both I and II follow
C. Neither I nor II follows
D. Only I follows

Correct Answer: Option D


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Statement: Our approach of fund management is based on Science as much as on common sense and discipline because our goal is consistent performance in the long term- Advertisement of a mutual fund company.
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I. Only the approach of Science of investment can lead to high gains in short term investment.
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A. Neither conclusion I nor II follows
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