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Directions: The critical reasoning question is based on a short argument, a set of statements, or a plan of action. For each question, select the best answer from the choices given. Statements: The metals that do not react easily with atmospheric elements, water, vapour, dust, etc. are called precious metals. Of all the precious metals, platinum is one of the strongest and most durable. Which of the following inferences cannot be complied with from the text?

1. Platinum does not react with atmospheric elements easily.
2. Platinum is among the strongest metals on earth.
3. Platinum is precious because it is a metal that is strong and durable.
4. Both 2 and 3

Correct answer: Both 2 and 3

Solution

The text states that precious metals do not react easily and that platinum is one of the strongest and most durable among them. It does not say platinum is among the strongest metals on earth, nor does it say it is precious because it is strong and durable. Therefore, both statements 2 and 3 cannot be inferred.

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