Statement: “The dawn of the new millennium could affect computers and computer-run activities.” — A Y2K-era statement. Assumptions: I. The dawn of the new millennium will be sad for some people. II. Y2K specialists can solve the problem.
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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: Neither I nor II is implicit
Explanation
Introduction / Context:The statement merely warns that computer systems could be affected at the millennium rollover. We test whether it presumes sadness or a guaranteed solution.
Given Data:The statement is a caution; it mentions no emotional outcomes or remedies.
Concept / Approach:An assumption must be necessary for the statement to be meaningful.
Step-by-Step Solution:I: “Will be sad” is an emotional inference not required for a technical warning. Not implicit.II: The existence or efficacy of specialists is not presupposed by the warning itself. Not implicit.
Verification / Alternative check:A warning stands regardless of whether a fix exists or people feel sad.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:Any option asserting I or II as implicit adds content not needed for the caution.
Common Pitfalls:Attributing motives or guarantees (solutions) that are not stated or required.
Final Answer:Neither I nor II is implicit.