Statement — “The government has decided to run all commercial vehicles on bio-fuels to save depleting fossil-fuel reserves.” Assumptions: I. It is possible to switch over from fossil fuels to bio-fuels for vehicles. II. Sufficient quantities of bio-fuels can be produced domestically to run all commercial vehicles.
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AOnly assumption I is implicit
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BOnly assumption II is implicit
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CEither assumption I or II is implicit
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DNeither assumption I nor II is implicit
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EBoth assumptions I and II are implicit
Answer
Correct Answer: Both assumptions I and II are implicit
Explanation
Introduction / Context:A decision to operate all commercial vehicles on bio-fuels requires feasibility on two fronts: technical switch-over and adequate supply. Without both, the decision would be impractical.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Statement: Run all commercial vehicles on bio-fuels.
- Assumption I: Technical/operational switch from fossil to bio-fuels is possible.
- Assumption II: The country can produce (or reliably source) enough bio-fuel for all such vehicles.
Concept / Approach:For a universal policy across commercial fleets, capability (I) and capacity (II) are both necessary conditions. If either fails, the policy cannot be implemented at scale.
Step-by-Step Solution:1) Feasibility test: engine compatibility, distribution, standards → I.2) Supply test: sustainable production/availability at required volume → II.3) Since the decision is universal (“all”), both I and II must hold.
Verification / Alternative check:Even with compatible technology, lack of fuel volume would doom the plan; conversely, abundant fuel without technical switch-over pathways is useless. Hence both are necessary.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:Only I/Only II/Either: each omits a necessary leg. Neither: contradicts the policy’s possibility.
Common Pitfalls:Confusing pilot feasibility with nationwide scalability. The statement targets nationwide commercial fleets.
Final Answer:Both assumptions I and II are implicit.