Statement and Arguments - Factory shifting

CMAT 2020 · Logical Reasoning · Medium · Statement and Arguments

Should all the factories in the cities be shifted to outskirts far away from the main city ? Arguments: I. Yes, this is essential step for controlling pollution in the city. II. No, such step will lead to lot of inconvenience to the employees of the factories and their families as well.

  1. A.

    If both I and II are strong.

  2. B.

    If neither I nor II is strong.

  3. C.

    If only II is strong.

  4. D.

    If only argument I is strong.

Answer

D

Explanation

Argument I is strong because pollution control is essential for city health. Argument II is weak because employee convenience is secondary to major public health benefits.

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