Home / Logical Reasoning / Statement and Argument :: Discussion

Discussion :: Statement and Argument

  1. Directions : Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

    Statement : Should officers accepting bribe be punished?

    Arguments :
    I. No. Certain circumstances may have compelled them to take bribe.
    II. Yes. They should do the job they are entrusted with, honestly.

  2. A.

     Only argument I is strong

    B.

     Only argument II is strong

    C.

     Either I or II is strong

    D.

     Neither I nor II is strong

    E.

     Both I and II are strong

    View Answer

    Workspace

    Answer : Option B

    Explanation :

    Clearly, officers are paid duly for the jobs they do. So, they must do it honestly. Thus, argument II alone holds.


Be The First To Comment