Question

The given question consists of a statement, followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the argument(s) is(are) 'strong' and accordingly select the correct option.

Statement:

Plastic bags should be banned.

Arguments:

I. Yes, because unlike reusable fabric bags, plastic bags take very long time to biodegrade and also create several health issues.

II. No, plastic bags should not be banned as they make our life very easy.

1. None of the arguments is strong.
2. Both the arguments are strong.
3. Only argument I is strong.
4. Only argument II is strong.

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Only argument I is strong.

The logic follows here is:

As reusable fabrics bags which biodegrade in very less time whereas plastic defined as “biodegradable” is made of molecules that can break down naturally, but there is no particular timescale specified for this degradation – under some conditions it can take many years which make it a serious issue for environment.

So, Argument 1 is a strong argument and holds strong. 

This is not a valid point that for our comfort and life easy we neglect the environment hazards it cause. This Argument doesn't hold strong in comparison to Argument 1.

So, Argument 2 is a weak argument and vague. 

1. The agreement which is the reconstruing part of the statement is a strong agreement.
2. The argument should not be imagined.
3. The relationship of the agreement should be direct from the statement.
4. The argument should be simple and clear.
5. The agreement should be based on scientific facts.
6. The statement in the argument should receive a logical answer. 

Advantages of banning plastic bags:

1. Plastic Bags Contaminate Food Sources
2. Plastic Bags Take Up To 1,000 Years to Decompose
3. Plastic Bags Are Hard to Recycle