Solve this multiple-choice question and choose the correct option.

Applied Logic – Public notice on water supply: “Water supply in wards A and B will be reduced by about 50% on Friday due to main line repairs.” Which conclusions follow: (I) Residents in these wards should economize water on Friday; (II) Residents should store some water the previous day.

Verbal Reasoning Statement and Conclusion Difficulty: Easy

Choose an option

A

Only conclusion I follows
B

Only conclusion II follows
C

Either I or II follows
D

Neither I nor II follows
E

Both I and II follow

Answer

Correct Answer: Both I and II follow

Explanation

Given data

Fact: Supply will be reduced by ~50% on Friday in wards A and B.
Conclusions: (I) Economize on Friday; (II) Store water in advance.

Concept/ApproachThese are rational, directly recommended actions given the announced shortage. They are immediate, practical consequences.

Step-by-step evaluation• Less supply on the day → consumption should be economized → I follows.• Anticipated shortage → pre-storage is prudent → II follows.