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Statement: This book is so prepared that even a layman can study science in the absence of a teacher. Assumptions: A layman wishes to study science without a teacher. A teacher may not always be available to teach science. A layman generally finds it difficult to learn science on its own.

Only I and II are implicit
Only II and III are implicit
Only I and III are implicit
All are implicit
None of these

Correct Answer: Only II and III are implicit

Explanation:

Clearly, the statement is made to impress the usefulness of the book. It does not mention the desire of a layman. So, I is not implicit. Also, the book is intended to guide one when a teacher is not available. So, both II and III are implicit.

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