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Statement: The Government has decided to run all commercial vehicles on bio-fuels to save depleting fossil fuel reserves. Assumptions: I. It is feasible to switch commercial vehicles from fossil fuels to bio-fuels. II. Sufficient quantities of bio-fuel can be produced domestically to run all commercial vehicles. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.

Difficulty: Medium

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 both Assumption I and Assumption II are implicit

Explanation:

Introduction / Context:
A nationwide switch of all commercial vehicles to bio-fuels presupposes technical feasibility and adequate supply.

Concept / Approach:
I is necessary (retrofit/engine compatibility, distribution). II is necessary (volumes to sustain the entire fleet). Without either, the decision is impracticable.

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