Statement & Argument — Should bullock carts be banned on busy city roads? Arguments: I. Yes, they are slow and worsen congestion for fast vehicles. II. No, they are cheap and environment friendly.
Verbal Reasoning
Statement and Argument
Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: if either I or II is strong
Explanation
Introduction / Context:Urban mobility policy balances throughput and sustainability. Both sides can present strong considerations.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- On high-speed corridors, very slow vehicles can raise accident risk and delay.
- Bullock carts provide low-cost, low-emission movement for certain goods.
Concept / Approach:Argument I is strong on safety and efficiency grounds. Argument II is strong on affordability and environment grounds. Because they conflict but are individually cogent, either argument is strong.
Final Answer:Either Argument I or II is strong.