Question

Below is a question followed by two arguments. Determine which argument(s) are stronger in the context of the question.

Question: Should there be a canteen in the school area?

Argument:

I. Yes, it is inconvenient for some students and staff to bring food from their home every day.

II. No, there should not be a canteen in the school area.

1. Only argument I is strong.
2. Only argument II is strong.
3. Argument I and II are both strong.
4. Argument I and both II are not strong.

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Only argument I is strong.

Arguments:

I. Yes, it is inconvenient for some students and staff to bring food from their home every day → It is a strong argument because not everyone brings lunch to the school due to various reasons. In this case, a canteen in the school is useful for the staff as well as the students.
II. No, there should not be a canteen in the school area → It is not a strong argument because there is no such apparent benefit of not having a canteen in the school.

Hence, only argument I is strong.