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1)

In the question below is given a statement followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. Consider the statement and decide which of the assumption is implicit.

 Statement: The X-Airlines has decided to increase the passenger fare by 15 percent with immediate effect.

Assumptions: I. The demand for seats of X-Airlines may remain unchanged even after the hike of fare.

                     II. Other airline companies may also hike the passenger Fares.


A) If only assumption I is Implicit

B) If only assumption II is implicit

C) If either I or II is implicit

D) If neither I nor II is implicit

E) If both I and II are implicit

Answer:

Option A

Explanation:

Clearly, such decisions are taken only after making sure that it will not affect the company's business adversely, so, I is implicit. However, the impact of this increase on other airlines cannot be ascertained. so, II is not implicit.