Question

In the given question, a statement is given followed by some conclusions. Choose the conclusion(s) which logically follow(s) the given statement.

Statement: Few shops on this road have neon lights, but they all have signboards.
Conclusions: 
I. Some shops have either signboards.
II. Some shops have no signboards.
III. Some shops have no neon lights.
IV. Some shops have both signboards and neon lights.

• A. IV alone
• B. I alone
• C. II and III
• D. III and IV

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

To ascertain which conclusions are logically supported by the provided statement, we will examine the given data:

Statement: A limited number of establishments on this thoroughfare are equipped with neon illumination, yet every single one is furnished with a signboard.

Analysis:

• The term "few" signifies the existence of some establishments with neon lights, but not the entirety.
• The declaration "they all have signboards" denotes that each establishment possesses a signboard.

Conclusions Assessment:

1. Certain establishments possess signboards.
   This assertion is erroneous because the statement stipulates that all establishments possess signboards, not merely a subset.
2. Certain establishments lack signboards.
   This assertion is erroneous as the statement unequivocally asserts that all establishments possess signboards.
3. Certain establishments lack neon lights.
   This assertion is a logical consequence of the statement, as only a minority possess neon lights, implying a portion do not.
4. Certain establishments possess both signboards and neon lights.
   This assertion is accurate because if a subset of establishments features neon lights and all are equipped with signboards, then those with neon lights will inherently possess signboards.

Consequently, the conclusions that logically derive from the statement are III and IV.