Statement: Under a new strategy in State X, articles made of non-reusable plastic (forks, spoons, cords/strings, sheets, mats) and distribution of newspapers/periodicals in plastic wrappers have been banned as an environment-cleaning initiative. Conclusions: I. Most people of State X will be satisfied with the initiative. II. Most people of State X will not be satisfied with the initiative.
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Aif only conclusion I follows
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Bif only conclusion II follows
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Cif either I or II follows
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Dif neither I nor II follows
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ENone of these
Answer
Correct Answer: if neither I nor II follows
Explanation
Introduction / Context:The statement describes a policy ban targeting non-reusable plastics. It does not include any survey or reaction data. We test whether mass public satisfaction (or dissatisfaction) can be concluded.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Ban scope is specified.
- No sentiment, polling, or feedback is given.
Concept / Approach:Both conclusions I and II are mirror-image claims about “most people.” The text offers no evidence for either majority sentiment. Therefore neither follows.
Step-by-Step Solution:1) Identify that both I and II are extra-textual assertions about public opinion.2) The statement is policy-descriptive only; it lacks any popularity metric.3) Hence, neither I nor II is a necessary inference.
Verification / Alternative check:If the statement had reported survey findings (“most citizens welcomed/criticised”), one of the conclusions might follow.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:Only I / Only II / Either: each presumes sentiment not provided.
Common Pitfalls:Projecting one’s own view about plastic bans onto the population.
Final Answer:if neither I nor II follows