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.(III) No. Pakistan does not produce enough electricity to fulfill its domestic needs also.
Correct answer: B. Only arguments I and II are strong
- A. All arguments are strong
- B. Only arguments I and II are strong
- C. Only arguments II and III are strong
- D. Only arguments I and III are strong
Explanation
Coal engines are responsible for creating a huge amount of pollution in contrary to, electric engines.Also their performance, operation, and maintenance is easy as compared to electric engines. Arguments I and II seem to be true but argument III does not provide a convincing reason and hence does not hold strong.
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