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Statement: The Government urges all citizens to use electronic media for routine activities wherever possible, instead of paper, since paper manufacturing requires cutting many trees and harms the ecosystem. Which assumptions are implicit?

Verbal Reasoning Statement and Assumption Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
  • A
    Only I is implicit
  • B
    Only II is implicit
  • C
    I and II are implicit
  • D
    Only III is implicit
  • E
    None is implicit

Answer

Correct Answer: I and II are implicit

Explanation

Introduction / Context:The Government appeals to citizens to shift from paper to electronic media to protect the ecosystem. We evaluate the necessary assumptions behind such an appeal.

Given Data / Assumptions (from options):

  • I. Most people are capable of using electronic media for daily routines.
  • II. Most people have access to electronic media for such activities.
  • III. People at large will reject the appeal and continue using paper.

Concept / Approach:An appeal to adopt a method presumes feasibility (skills) and accessibility (infrastructure). It does not presume rejection.

Step-by-Step Solution:I: If citizens could not operate electronic media, the appeal would be impractical. Implicit.II: If access (devices, connectivity) were lacking, the appeal would again be futile. Implicit.III: Predicting rejection contradicts the purpose of the appeal and is not required. Not implicit.

Verification / Alternative check:Public advisories generally assume adoption is possible for a large segment.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:Any option omitting either I or II misses a necessary feasibility condition.

Common Pitfalls:Assuming universal capability is not required; however, the appeal still presumes “most” have the capability and access for impact.

Final Answer:I and II are implicit.

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