The 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' argument and which is/are 'weak' argument and accordingly choose your answer from the alternatives given below the question
Statement: Should class IV children have Board examination?
Arguments:
I. Yes. This will motivate the children to study and get higher marks, and thus more knowledge can be imbibed at a younger age.
Il. No. The children will be forced to study and won't enjoy the process.
III. Yes. In today’s competitive world the children need to be prepared right from the beginning to face such difficult examinations.
IV. No. This will add pressure on tender aged children and leave very little time for them to play.
(a) All are strong
(b) Only I, II and IV are strong . (c) Only II, III and IV are strong
(d) Only I and III are strong
(e) Only I and IV are strong

Options

A. All are strong
B. Only I, II and IV are strong
C. Only II, III and IV are strong
D. Only I and III are strong

Answer

C

Explanation

Argument I is weak because it does not provide a convincing reason. Argument II is strong because it is true. Argument III is also strong because it states a convincing reason. Argument IV is strong because it is true.