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Statement and Argument - Verbal and Reasoning

Directions to SolveEach question given below consists of a statement, followed by three or four arguments numbered I, II, III and IV. You have to decide which of the arguments is/are 'strong' arguments) and which is/are 'weak' arguments) and accordingly choose your answer from the alternatives given below each question.
Q1:

Statement: Should the parliamentary elections in India be held every three years as against five years at present? Arguments:
  1. No. This will enhance wastage of money and resources.
  2. Yes. This will help the voters to change non-performing representatives without much delay.
  3. No. The elected representatives will not have enough time to settle and concentrate on developmental activities.

A None is strong

B Only I and II are strong

C Only II and III are strong

D Only I and III are strong

E All are strong

ANS:D - Only I and III are strong

Explanation: The election process entails exorbitant expenditure. So, holding elections very often will surely lead to wastage of money and resources. Thus, I holds strong. Also, the elected representatives need a considerable period of time to implement their policies and also convince the voters of their working. So, III holds strong while II does not.