Statement & Argument — Should there be an entrance test for admission to graduation in Delhi University? Arguments: I. Yes; an entrance test filters candidates so meritorious students gain admission. II. No; most applicants will not get admission.
Verbal Reasoning
Statement and Argument
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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Aif only argument I is strong
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Bif only argument II is strong
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Cif either I or II is strong
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Dif neither I nor II is strong
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ENone of these
Answer
Correct Answer: if only argument I is strong
Explanation
Introduction / Context:Admission mechanisms are justified if they fairly allocate scarce seats by merit or suitable criteria. Strong arguments should link the mechanism to purpose, not to inevitable scarcity outcomes.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Seats are limited; some selection mechanism is required.
- Merit screening is a standard objective for competitive universities.
Concept / Approach:Argument I ties an entrance test to achieving merit-based selection (relevance). Argument II merely laments that many will be rejected—this is a consequence of limited seats, not a reason against a fair filter.
Step-by-Step Solution:I: Mechanism-objective alignment—strong.II: Non-sequitur; rejection occurs with or without an entrance test. Weak.
Final Answer:Only Argument I is strong.