Difficulty: Medium
Correct Answer: if only assumption I is implicit.
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
The statement links social order to enforceable law “to be obeyed by all.” Enforceability is not merely coercion; it also rests on a baseline of public acceptance/legitimacy for broad compliance.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Assumption I is necessary: without a general acceptance of the law’s authority, universal obedience is unrealistic and “order via law” becomes hollow. Assumption II (existence of a rogue section) is not necessary to the general claim; the statement would still be valid even if everyone were disposed to obey, provided the law remained enforceable.
Step-by-Step Solution:
I: Implicit—effectiveness hinges on public recognition of law’s legitimacy.II: Not implicit—the claim does not require positing a specific defiant group.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Including II imports an extra sociological claim not needed by the argument.
Final Answer:
Only Assumption I is implicit.
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