Question

In the question given below, there is a statement followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true, then consider the two conclusions together and decide which of them logically follows beyond a reasonable doubt from the information given in the statement.

Statement

• Sealed tenders are invited from competent contractors experienced in executing construction jobs.

Conclusions

1. Tenders are invited only from experienced contractors.
2. It is difficult to find competent tenders in construction jobs.

Options

• If only Conclusion I follows

• If only Conclusion II follows

• If neither I nor II follows

• If both I and II follow

Answer 1

If only Conclusion I follows

Explanation:

Conclusion I is obvious from the given statement. Conclusion II is an invalid conclusion because the availability of competent tenderers has not been mentioned.