Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: Conclusion II and IV follows
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:We have a two-part premise: (1) every scientist (working) in America is talented; (2) some of these America-based scientists are Indian. We must deduce which conclusions are compelled.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:From existence of Indian scientists in America, and “in America → talented,” it follows that some Indian scientists are talented (IV). Moreover, those talented Indian scientists are (by premise) in America, i.e., “have migrated/are working there,” which supports II. Claims negating talent for Indian scientists (I) or universalizing talent-location (III) are not warranted.
Step-by-Step Solution:
I: “None of the Indian scientists is talented” is the exact opposite of what follows; false.II: Since some Indian scientists are in America and all scientists in America are talented, “some talented Indian scientists are in America” is true.III: “All talented scientists are in America” overgeneralizes; not implied.IV: From the same reasoning as II, “some Indian scientists are talented” is true.Verification / Alternative check:Construct a model: 10 talented scientists worldwide, 3 in America (all talented), 2 of those are Indian. II and IV hold; I and III fail. The premises remain satisfied.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
A (I) contradicts the premise, C (III) is an illicit universal.Common Pitfalls:Reversing implications or assuming all talent resides in one country without support.
Final Answer:Conclusion II and IV follows
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