Difficulty: Medium
Correct Answer: II and III are implicit
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
Public safety warnings are issued to reduce risk. The instruction “Do not lean out of the moving train” aims to prevent harm. Which beliefs must be true for such a warning to be meaningful?
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
A safety warning presupposes (a) the act is dangerous and (b) the issuer is responsible for passenger safety. Belief about guaranteed effectiveness is not necessary; authorities may warn even if some ignore it.
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Without II (danger), the warning would lack rationale; hence II is necessary.2) Without III (duty of care), the railway’s role in issuing such warnings would be ungrounded; warnings arise from safety obligations.3) I (effectiveness) is helpful but not required; warnings can be justified even if compliance is uncertain.
Verification / Alternative check:
Regulators issue warnings despite imperfect compliance; their duty and the hazard justify doing so.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:
Equating “worth issuing” with “certain to work.”
Final Answer:
II and III are implicit.
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