Statement and Argument

Directions to SolveEach question given below consists of a statement, followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.Give answer:

(A) If only argument I is strong
(B) If only argument II is strong
(C) If either I or II is strong
(D) If neither I nor II is strong and
(E) If both I and II are strong.

Statement: Should officers accepting bribe be punished? Arguments:

No. Certain circumstances may have compelled them to take bribe.

Yes. They should do the job they are entrusted with, honestly.

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

ANS:B - Only argument II is strong

Explanation: Clearly, officers are paid duly for the jobs they do. So, they must do it honestly. Thus, argument II alone holds.

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