Difficulty: Medium
Correct Answer: Both I and II are invalid
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
This problem asks which assumptions are implicitly taken for granted by the given statements. An assumption is something the statement relies on being true, not a conclusion we can forcibly derive.
Given Data / Assumptions (from the stem):
Concept / Approach:
Implicit assumptions should support or be required by the statements. Any assumption contradicting a statement is invalid; any assumption that is stronger than what is needed (and not required) is also invalid.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Assumption I directly contradicts (a), which declares no girl likes to marry. Hence I cannot be implicit.Assumption II is stronger than (b). Statement (b) asserts an existential claim (“some”), not a universal (“all”). The statement does not require that every girl fails to marry; therefore II is not implicit.
Verification / Alternative check:
A consistent model exists where some girls marry, some do not, and (a) is simply a (controversial) claim about liking; regardless, (b) needs only “at least one girl does not marry”. Neither I nor II is required for the statements to make sense.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:
Confusing “implicit assumption” with “stronger version that would also make the statement true.” Implicit means necessary, not merely sufficient.
Final Answer:
Both I and II are invalid.
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