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Logical Reasoning Question on Syllogisms

In the question below is given a statement followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true and on the basis of the information given in the statement, decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing.
Statement : A large number of people in ward X of the city are diagnosed to be suffering from a fatal malaria type.
Courses of Action :
I. The city municipal authority should take immediate steps to carry out extensive fumigation in ward X.
II. The people in the area should be advised to take steps to avoid mosquito bites.

A

Only I follow

B

Only II follows

C

Either I or II follows

D

Both I and II follow

Answer

Both I and II follow

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (D) : Both I and II follow.