Question Detail
Each of the following questions consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II.
Give answer:
(A) If only argument I is strong
(B) If only argument II is strong
(C) If either I or II is strong
(D) If neither I nor II is strong and
(E) If both I and II are strong.
Statement: Should taxes on colour television be further increased?
Arguments:
I. Yes, Colour television is a luxury item and only rich people buy them.
II. No, Televisions are bought by the poor too.
- Only argument I is strong
- Only argument II is strong
- Either I or II is strong
- Neither I nor II is strong
- Both I and II are strong
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Clearly, taxes on an item cannot be increased or decreased on the basis of the financial position of the people who buy it. So, both arguments I and II do not hold strong.