General Studies · Statements and Arguments
A statement is given followed by two arguments. Decide which of the arguments weakens or strengthens the statement. Statement: The Government of State A is planning to close down all public markets by 7 PM. Arguments: I. Incidents of shoplifting and attempted robberies have increased, especially during night time. II. Many people get time to shop only after office hours.
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- 1Both I and II strengthen the statement.
- 2I weakens while II strengthens the statement.
- 3Both I and II weaken the statement.
- 4II weakens while I strengthens the statement.✓
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II weakens while I strengthens the statement.
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