Direction: In making decisions about important questions, it is desirable to be able to distinguish between ''Strong'' arguments and ''Weak'' arguments insofar as they relate to the question. ''Strong'' arguments are those which are both important and directly related to the question. ''Weak'' arguments are those which are of minor importance and also may not be directly related to the question or may be related to a trivial aspect of the question.
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Statement:
Should a poverty-ridden country invest money in hosting international games?
Arguments:
I. Yes, international games bring many countries on a single platform and evolve co-ordination among these countries.
II. No. To host international games, a huge amount of money will be needed which will adversely affect welfare programmes aimed at eradicating poverty.
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- if only argument I is strong.
- if only argument II is strong.
- If either I or II is strong.
- if neither I nor II is strong; and
- if both I and II are strong.
Correct Option: B
I is weak because though it supports a noble cause, this has nothing to do with poverty. II is strong because affordability cannot be overlooked.
