Allied & ICAR Exam Bank • ALLIED_2267MCQ • 2 Marks
Section 8: General Aptitude
Verbal Aptitude
Subtopic: Critical Reasoning
Question Statement:
Argument: 'We must either subsidize organic fertilizer or allow our agricultural soils to become completely sterile.' Which argument has the same false dilemma structure?
Options:
(A) We must either construct a nuclear power plant immediately or endure total darkness forever.
(B) Since all metals conduct electricity, copper must conduct electricity.
(C) If the dam breaks, the valley will flood. The dam broke, so the valley flooded.
(D) Solar energy is renewable because it comes from the sun.
Answer Key:
A
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
Both present a false dilemma between an immediate policy action and an extreme catastrophe.