A statement is given, followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. Decide which of the assumptions is/are implicit in the statement.
Statement: “Present-day education is in shambles, and the country is going to the dogs.”
Assumptions:
I. A good education system is essential for the well-being of a nation.
II. A good education system alone is sufficient for the well-being of a nation.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Only assumption I is implicit
An assumption is implicit when the statement takes it for granted: the statement would not make sense without it.
I. A good education system is essential for the well-being of a nation. Implicit. The speaker links the poor state of education with the decline of the country; this link makes sense only if good education is needed for a nation to do well.
II. A good education system alone is sufficient for the well-being of a nation. Not implicit. Saying education is needed is not saying it is the only thing needed; the statement does not rule out other causes of the country’s condition.