A statement is given, followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. Decide which of the courses of action logically follows for pursuing.
Statement: Several minor accidents have taken place at a busy road crossing near a school, mostly involving children crossing the road.
Courses of action:
I. A traffic guard should be posted at the crossing when the school opens and closes.
II. A zebra crossing and ‘School Ahead’ warning boards should be put up near the crossing.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Both I and II follow
A course of action follows when it is practical and removes or reduces the problem described. Two such steps can both follow; they need not be alternatives.
I. A traffic guard should be posted at the crossing when the school opens and closes. Follows. The accidents involve children crossing; a guard who stops traffic while they cross at the busy times directly reduces the danger.
II. A zebra crossing and ‘School Ahead’ warning boards should be put up near the crossing. Follows. These give children a marked place to cross and warn drivers to slow down, which is practical and also reduces the danger.