Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :

Statement : The government has decided to reduce its subsidy on LPG; however the subsidy on kerosene remains unchanged.

Assumptions :
I. Those people who buy LPG can afford to purchase LPG for a higher price.
II. Many people may stop buying LPG and instead use kerosene.

  • 1Only assumption I is implicit
  • 2Only assumption II is implicit
  • 3Either I or II is implicit
  • 4Neither I nor II is implicit
Answer:- 1
Explanation:-

Solution:
Clearly, the decision has been taken keeping in mind that the section of people using LPG can afford to pay a slightly higher price. The government does not want to affect the weakest sections who still use kerosene. So, only I is implicit, while II is not.

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