Two linked statements about D/E and D/W; check conclusions: Statements: C ≥ D = E ≤ F Y < D ≥ W Conclusions: I. C ≥ Y II. F ≥ Y

Difficulty: Medium

Correct Answer: If both Conclusions I and II are true

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
We combine two statements that hinge on D, then test relationships to Y via D and to C and F via D/E.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • C ≥ D = E ≤ F
  • Y < D and D ≥ W
  • Conclusions: (I) C ≥ Y, (II) F ≥ Y


Concept / Approach:
Exploit D = E to move freely between them. Then chain inequalities that connect C and F with D, and Y with D.


Step-by-Step Solution:
From Y < D and C ≥ D, we get Y < D ≤ C ⇒ Y ≤ C, i.e., C ≥ Y (true). From D = E ≤ F and Y < D, we have Y < D ≤ F ⇒ Y <= F, i.e., F ≥ Y (true).


Verification / Alternative check:
Example: D = E = 10, C = 12, F = 11, Y = 7, W = 4 satisfies both conclusions. Even if C = D and F = D (tight bounds), Y < D ensures Y ≤ C and Y ≤ F remain true.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:
They deny at least one necessary transitive consequence established above.


Common Pitfalls:
Forgetting that equality allows substitution without changing order; mixing up strict and non-strict when chaining.


Final Answer:
Both Conclusions I and II are true.

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