In this question, a conclusion is given followed by statements labeled I and II. Give your answer from the given options.
Statement: Spices deteriorate after prolonged boiling.
I. The essential oils in spices easily evaporate.
II. Spices are put in pickle to add to the flavour
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option 1: If statement I alone is needed to draw the conclusion
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The conclusion is that spices deteriorate after prolonged boiling.
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Statement I explains why this happens: The essential oils in spices easily evaporate, which causes deterioration.
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Statement II talks about spices being used in pickles to add flavor, which is unrelated to why spices deteriorate after boiling.
So, only Statement I is relevant and necessary to support the conclusion.