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Based on the mathematical statements provided below, assume they are correct and evaluate which of the two conclusions (I and II) is or are definitely valid.

Statements:
W < M = J ≤ A < X; Z > Q ≥ J ≤ V
Conclusions:
I. Q ≥ W
II. X > V

Options

A

Only conclusion II is logically valid

B

Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II is logically valid

C

Only conclusion I is logically valid

D

Either conclusion I or conclusion II is logically valid

E

Both conclusions I and II are logically valid

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Correct Answer :

Option B

Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II is logically valid

Solution :

Correct Answer: Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II is logically valid


Step-by-Step Explanation:


Let us analyze the given mathematical statements and evaluate each conclusion step by step.


Given Statements:

1. W<M=JA<X

2. Z>QJV


Evaluating Conclusion I: QW

To check the relation between Q and W, we combine the parts of the statements connecting Q and W via the common element J:

From statement 1, we have W<J (since W<M=J).

From statement 2, we have QJ.

Combining these, we get:

QJ>W

From QJ>W, it clearly follows that Q>W (strict inequality), not QW.

Therefore, Conclusion I (QW) is not valid.


Evaluating Conclusion II: X>V

To check the relation between X and V, we look at the paths connecting X and V via the common element J:

From statement 1, we have JA<X, which gives J<X (or X>J).

From statement 2, we have JV (or VJ).

Here, both X and V are greater than or equal to J, so there is no definite directional inequality relation between X and V (opposite sign/direction relative to J).

Therefore, Conclusion II (X>V) is not valid.


Hence, Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II is logically valid.

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