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.
Verbal Reasoning
Statement and Assumption
Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
Answer
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.
Final Answer:if both Assumption I and Assumption II are implicit