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For the following question, consider the given mathematical statements to be true and determine which of the conclusions logically follow from them. Select the correct option accordingly.

Given Relationship:
6779>5862<8241=5789, 57897145=3914
Inferences:
I. 6779<5789
II. 39148241

Options

A

Neither inference I nor II holds true

B

Both inferences I and II hold true

C

Only inference II holds true

D

Either inference I or II holds true

E

Only inference I holds true

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Correct Answer :

Option A

Neither inference I nor II holds true

Solution :

The correct option is Neither inference I nor II holds true.


Given Statements:
1. 6779>5862<8241=5789
2. 57897145=3914


Combining the statements through the common term 5789, we get:
6779>5862<8241=57897145=3914


Analysis of Inference I:
Inference I states: 6779<5789
Looking at the relationship between 6779 and 5789:
6779>5862<8241=5789
Between 6779 and 5789, the inequality signs are opposite (> and <). Therefore, no definite relationship can be established between 6779 and 5789.
Hence, Inference I does not follow.


Analysis of Inference II:
Inference II states: 39148241
Looking at the relationship between 8241 and 3914:
8241=57897145=3914
This gives:
82413914, or equivalently, 39148241.
Since 39148241 is true, the statement 39148241 is not necessarily true (unless both are equal, but we cannot conclude from in general without strict equality, and specifically the inequality direction is reversed).
Hence, Inference II does not follow.


Therefore, neither inference I nor II holds true.

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