Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: Only conclusion II follows
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
The prompt links a revolution (Industrial Revolution) to a transformative social outcome (the modern age). We must evaluate two general conclusions about revolution.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
We can only infer what is supported. The statement provides no causal premise about inequality producing revolution. However, it does present a revolution that dramatically transformed society (ushered in a modern age), supporting a generalization about the overhaul effect.
Step-by-Step Solution:
I fails: The premise never mentions economic disparity or causes of revolution. Therefore, we cannot generalize about inequality as a cause.II follows: The Industrial Revolution is an instance of revolution that clearly overhauled society (technology, production, urbanization). Thus the statement supports that revolution can overhaul society.
Verification / Alternative check:
Test necessity: remove II and the claim "brought about the modern age" loses its interpretive force. Remove I and nothing changes, confirming I is not entailed.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:
Confusing "why revolutions occur" with "what revolutions do." The statement only gives the latter.
Final Answer:
Only conclusion II follows
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