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Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Decide which of the given conclusions is/are definitely true from the statements. Statements: 1. All fruits are healthy. 2. Some healthy things are vegetables. Conclusions: I. Some fruits are vegetables. II. Some vegetables are healthy.

1. Both Conclusion I and Conclusion II are TRUE.
2. Neither Conclusion I nor Conclusion II is TRUE.
3. Only Conclusion II is TRUE.
4. Only Conclusion I is TRUE.

Correct answer: Only Conclusion II is TRUE.

Solution

Conclusion I does not follow because there is no statement connecting fruits and vegetables. Conclusion II follows because 'some healthy things are vegetables' directly implies that some vegetables are healthy.

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