FLT 1 - Syllogisms (Q68): In the question below, statements are followed by conclusions. Decide which conclusion logically follows: Statements: Only a few Banks are Vaults. All Vaults are Safes. Conclusions: I. Some Banks are Safes. II. No Safe is a Bank.
Subject: Reasoning Ability | Topic: Syllogisms | Difficulty: EASY
Options
- (A) Only conclusion I follows
- (B) Only conclusion II follows
- (C) Either conclusion I or II follows
- (D) Neither conclusion I nor II follows
- (E) Both conclusions I and II follow
Verified Answer
Option (A): Only conclusion I follows
10-Second Shortcut Trick
⚡ 10-Second Exam Shortcut: Check alphabetical position differences (A=1, Z=26) or first/last letter patterns to spot the rule in seconds.
Step-by-Step Derivation
- Analyze the given condition or equation.
- Apply the standard formula or deduction rules.
- Correct choice is (A): Only conclusion I follows
Common Trap to Avoid
⚠️ Common Trap: Relying on a pattern that fits only the first element without testing intermediate elements.
Exam Tip
💡 Exam Tip: Memorize opposite letter pairs (AZ, BY, CX...) and squares/cubes up to 25.
Related Practice Questions in Syllogisms
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