Question

Consider the given statement to be true and decide which of the following assumptions is/are implicit.

Statement: "Use of cell phones is not allowed in the petrol pump"- A notice in a petrol pump.

Assumptions:

I. All those who have cell phones will avoid talking on the phone at the petrol pump.

II. People may object to such a directive as it restricts their freedom.

1. Only I implicit
2. Only II implicit
3. Both I and II implicit
4. Either I or II implicit
5. Neither I nor II implicit

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Only I implicit

Given Statement: "Use of cell phones is not allowed in the petrol pump"- A notice in a petrol pump.

Assumptions:

I. All those who have cell phones will avoid talking on the phone at the petrol pump → As people avoid using phones in the petrol pump due to the notice issued by the petrol pump owner.

II. People may object to such a directive as it restricts their freedom → In statement does not mention people objection about the notice.

Hence, Only assumption I implicit,