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  1. Statement: There is no reason to rule out the possibility of life on Mars. Therefore the exploration of that planet has to be undertaken.

    Assumptions:

    1. There is life on Mars.
    2. The search for life is the sufficient reason for space exploration.

  2. A.
    Only assumption I is implicit
    B.
    Only assumption II is implicit
    C.
    Either I or II is implicit
    D.
    Neither I nor II is implicit
    E.
    Both I and II are implicit

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    Answer : Option E

    Explanation :

    According to the statement, the possibility of life on Mars cannot be ruled out. So, I is implicit. Also, the statement mentions that the planet should be explored to probe for any life present. So, II is also implicit.


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