Question
Data Interpretation Question on Statements and Assumptions
Given below are two statements followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assume the statements to be true even if they show variance from your own experience. Decide which conclusion logically follows from the two statements.
All apples are oranges.
Some oranges are papayas.
1. Some apples are papayas.
II. Some papayas are apples.
A
If only conclusion I follows.
B
If only conclusion II follows.
C
If either of the conclusions follows.
D
If neither of the conclusions follows.
Answer
If neither of the conclusions follows.
Explanation
Solution
The venn diagram for above statements is :
Conclusions :I. Some apples are papayas = false II. Some papayas are apples. = false
Thus, neither conclusion follows
The correct answer is (D): If neither of the conclusions follows.