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Verbal Reasoning · Q4

Statement And Arguments

Competitive Exams · Verbal Reasoning · question 4

Q4

Directions : Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument. Statement : Should the retirement age for academicians be raised to 65 years ? Arguments : I. No, this will be unfair to the non-academicians having lower age limit for retirement. II. Yes, experienced academicians can greatly contribute to the nation's intellectual property.

A.
Only argument I is strong.
Answer
B.
Only Argument II is strong.
C.
Either I or II is strong.
D.
Neither I nor II is strong.
E.
Both I and II are strong.

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Only I follows. Because in India all people are equal. If the retirement age for academicians is increased, this will be unfair to non-academicians. As far experiences is concerned, then it is for all people in their fields. Therefore, in such circumstances why only for the academicians retirement age is increased.