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Statement: Postal rates have been increased to meet the deficit. Assumptions: I. Present postal rates were very low. II. If rates are not increased, the deficit cannot be met. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.

Difficulty: Easy

if only Assumption I is implicit
if only Assumption II is implicit
if either Assumption I or Assumption II is implicit
if neither Assumption I nor Assumption II is implicit
if both Assumption I and Assumption II are implicit

Correct Answer: if only Assumption II is implicit

Explanation:

Introduction / Context:
Linking a rate hike to deficit reduction assumes the hike is necessary (or at least effective) for closing the gap.

Concept / Approach:
I (rates “very low”) is not required; rates could be reasonable yet still insufficient to cover costs. II is necessary: without the hike, deficit would persist.

Step-by-Step Solution:
Evaluate I: Not essential to the rationale.Evaluate II: Essential—ties action to objective.

Statement: Postal rates have been increased to meet the deficit. Assumptions: I. Present postal rates were very low. II. If rates are not increased, the deficit cannot be met. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.

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