English and Logical Reasoning Prep GuideLogical ReasoningLogical Deduction
Directions: In these questions, relationship between different elements is shown in the various statements which is followed by three conclusions. Choose the correct answer on the basis of information given below. Statements: M ≥ S , K < A, S = T, A > Y, K > M, Y ≤ O, T ≥ E Conclusions: M > E, M = E, O > S
Options
- AOnly conclusion I follows
- BBoth conclusions I and III follow
- COnly conclusion III follows
- DEither conclusion I or II follows
Correct answer
D. Either conclusion I or II follows
Step-by-step solution
Statements: M ≥ S , K < A, S = T, A > Y, K > M, Y ≤ O, T ≥ E Conclusions: (I) M > E (II) M = E (III) O > S By combining all the statements, we get the following equation: O ≥ Y < A > K > M ≥ S = T ≥ E For conclusion (I): M > E Here, the common sign between M and E is '≥'. Thus M ≥ E. Hence conclusion (I) does not follow individually. For conclusion (II): M = E Here, the common sign between M and E is '≥'. Thus M ≥ E. Thus conclusion (II) does not follow individually. On