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In a given question below is a statement followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true, then consider the two conclusions together and decide which of them logically follows beyond a reasonable doubt from the information given in the statement.
Give answer
(a) if only conclusion I follows, (b) if only conclusion II follows,
(c) if either I or II follows,
(d) if neither I nor II follows: and
(e) if both I and II follow
Statement: A neurotic is a non stupid person who behaves stupidly.
Conclusion: I. Neuroticism and stupidity go hand in hand.
II. Normal persons behave intelligently.

A

if only conclusion I follows

B

if only conclusion II follows

C

if either I or II follows

D

if neither I nor II follows

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The correct Answer is:
A

Conc I follows because it is mentioned in the given statement that a neurotic is a non stupid person who behaves stupidly
Conc II does not follow because nothing about the behaviour of normal persons is mentioned in the given statement
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