Statement and Argument:Statement Should coal engines be replaced by electric engines in trains?Arguments {I) Yes. Coal engines cause a lot of pollution.{II) Yes. Electric engines are good on performance, easy to operate, and low on maintenance. {Ill) No. Pakistan does not produce enough electricity to fulfill its domestic needs also. Choose the correct option.
Correct answer: B. Only I and II are strong
- A. All are strong
- B. Only I and II are strong
- C. Only II and Ill are strong
- D. Only I and Ill are strong
Explanation
Should coal engines be replaced by electric engines in trains? Coal engines are responsible for creating a huge amount of pollution in contrary to electric engines.Also, their performance, operation, and maintenance are easy as compared to electric engines. So, arguments I and II seem to be true and III is vague.
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