Question:

Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements:
1. All instruments are equipment.
2. Some instruments are machines.
3. Some machines are motors.
Conclusions:
I. Some motors are instruments.
II. Some machines are equipment.
III. No motor is an instrument.

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In syllogism problems, focus on understanding how the statements connect to each conclusion and eliminate those that don't logically follow.
Updated On: Apr 17, 2025
  • Only conclusion II follows
  • Both conclusions II and III follow
  • Only conclusion II and either conclusion I or III follow
  • None of the conclusions follow
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

- From the statements, conclusion II logically follows because we know "Some machines are motors" and "Some instruments are machines," which means "Some machines are equipment."
- Conclusion I does not follow because no direct relationship between "motors" and "instruments" is given in the statements.
- Conclusion III contradicts the given statements as it cannot be logically deduced.
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