Directions : Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.
Statement : Is the Government justified in spending so much on defence?
Arguments :
I. Yes. Safety of the country is of prime importance.
II. No. During peace, this money could be used for the development of the country.
A. Only argument I is strong
B. Only argument II is strong
C. Either I or II is strong
D. Neither I nor II is strong
E. Both I and II are strong
Answer: Option A
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Clearly, defence is necessary for the safety of the country, which is of prime importance. So, argument I holds. Also, a country can concentrate on internal progress and development only when it is safe from external aggressions. So, argument II does not hold.Related Questions on Statement And Arguments
A. Only argument I is strong.
B. Only Argument II is strong.
C. Either I or II is strong.
D. Neither I nor II is strong.
E. Both I and II are strong.
A. Only argument I is strong.
B. Only Argument II is strong.
C. Either I or II is strong.
D. Neither I nor II is strong.
E. Both I and II are strong.
A. Only argument I is strong.
B. Only Argument II is strong.
C. Either I or II is strong.
D. Neither I nor II is strong.
E. Both I and II are strong.
A. Only argument I is strong.
B. Only Argument II is strong.
C. Either I or II is strong.
D. Neither I nor II is strong.
E. Both I and II are strong.
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