The 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 new big industries be started in Mumbai?
Arguments: I. Yes. It will create job opportunities.
II. No. It will further add to the pollution of the city.

Options

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

Answer

C

Explanation

Opening up of new industries is advantageous in opening more employment avenues, and disadvantageous in that it adds to the pollution. So, either of the arguments holds strong.