Statement: On average, about twenty people are run over by trains and die every day while crossing the railway tracks through the level crossing.Courses of Action:I. The railway authorities should be instructed to close all the level crossings.II. Those who are found crossing the tracks, when the gates are closed, should be fined heavily
Correct answer: B. Only II follows
- A. Only I follows
- B. Only II follows
- C. Either I or II follows
- D. Neither I nor II follows
- E. Both I and II follow
Explanation
The statement highlights a serious safety issue with people being run over by trains at level crossings. Closing all level crossings (Course of Action I) would be highly impractical and disrupt transportation significantly. However, imposing heavy fines on those who cross tracks when gates are closed (Course of Action II) is a feasible deterrent that could effectively reduce the number of accidents. Therefore, only Course of Action II follows. Option A is incorrect because closing all level crossings is not a viable solution. Option C is incorrect because not both actions can be considered equally effective. Option D is incorrect because one valid solution exists. Option E is incorrect because only one course of action is practical.
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