Security notice analysis: "Beware of dogs, our dogs do not bark but distinguish guests from intruders" — determine which assumption is implicit about danger to intruders
Verbal Reasoning
Statement and Assumption
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AOnly assumption I is implicit
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BOnly assumption II is implicit
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CEither I or II is implicit
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DNeither I nor II is implicit
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EBoth I and II are implicit
Answer
Correct Answer: Only assumption II is implicit
Explanation
Given data
- Statement: Beware of dogs; our dogs do not bark but are trained to distinguish genuine guests from intruders.
- Assumption I: Barking dogs bite rarely.
- Assumption II: These dogs could be dangerous for intruders.
Concept/Approach
A 'beware' warning is meaningful only if there is potential danger to intruders. The barking frequency is irrelevant because the dogs are said not to bark.
Step-by-Step reasoning1) Warning implies risk to intruders ⇒ II is implicit.2) I is a general statement about barking behavior; the text does not depend on it ⇒ I is not implicit.
Verification/Alternative
Even if barking dogs often bite, these dogs do not bark; the key is that they can act against intruders.
Common pitfalls
- Overgeneralizing about canine behavior instead of focusing on the specific trained function stated.
Final AnswerOnly assumption II is implicit.