Each problem consists of three statements. Based on the first two statements, the third statement may be true, false, or uncertain. Tanya is older than Eric. Cliff is older than Tanya. Eric is older than Cliff. If the first two statements are true, the third statement is:
Correct answer: A. False
- A. False
- B. True
- C. Uncertain
Explanation
Because the first two statements are true, Eric is the youngest of the three, so the third statement must be false.
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