Question
Logical Reasoning Question on Statements and Assumptions
Consider the given statement
Laugh and the world will laugh at you.
Assumption: X. People generally laugh. Y. Laughter symbolises happiness.
A
only assumption X is implicit
B
only assumption Y is implicit
C
both X and Y are implicit
D
neither X nor Y is implicit
Answer
both X and Y are implicit
Explanation
Solution
Assumption X is implicit because the statement suggests that laughter elicits a response from others, implying that laughter is a common behavior.
Assumption Y is also implicit, as laughter is often associated with happiness, suggesting a positive reaction.
The correct option is (C): both X and Y are implicit