Question 31

The statements below are followed by two conclusions labelled I and II. Assuming that the information in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with generally established facts, decide which conclusion(s) logically and definitely follow(s) from the information given in the statements.
Statement:
I. All flowers are trees.
II. All trees are fruits.
Conclusions:
I. Some fruits are flowers.
II. All flowers are fruits.

Solution

Conclusion: I. Some fruits are flowers.

From the above-given Venn diagram, the given conclusion follows. Because 'All flowers are fruits.' is given in the statement.

Conclusion: II. All flowers are fruits.

From the above-given Venn diagram, the given conclusion follows.

Both conclusions I and II follow.

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