Question

Select the option, which is the logical equivalent of the given statement:

If it is hot, then we buy an airconditioner

1. If it is not hot, then we don’t buy an airconditioner
2. If we don’t buy an airconditioner, then it is not hot
3. If it is cold, then we buy an airconditioner
4. If we buy an airconditioner, then it is hot

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : If we don’t buy an airconditioner, then it is not hot

As, the given statement states If it is hot, then we buy an air conditioner. It means if it is not hot then it is not needed to buy an airconditioner.

So, the most logical equivalent of the given statement is If it is hot, then we buy an airconditioner.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.