Directions: In which of the following expressions does the relationship M ≥ R and Q > W definitely hold true, assuming the given statements are true?
Correct Answer :
P < R ≤ W > S; M ≥ W < Y ≤ Q
Solution :
The correct option in which both the relationships and definitely hold true is P < R ≤ W > S; M ≥ W < Y ≤ Q.
To verify why both conclusions hold true, let us break down the logical reasoning step-by-step:
Step 1: Check the relationship between M and R
From the first statement, we have:
This is logically equivalent to saying:
From the second statement, we have:
Combining and through the common variable gives:
Since the inequality signs point in the same direction without any contradiction, we conclude that:
Hence, the relationship definitely holds true.
Step 2: Check the relationship between Q and W
From the second statement, looking at the path connecting , , and :
Since is strictly less than (), and is less than or equal to (), the relationship between and is strictly:
Reversing gives:
Hence, the relationship also definitely holds true.
Therefore, the expression P < R ≤ W > S; M ≥ W < Y ≤ Q satisfies both required conditions.
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