In this question, a statement is followed by two assumptions: Statements: Though he is fat yet he runs fast. Assumptions: I. Fat people have weak muscles. II. Fat people generally cannot run fast. Then which of the answer is correct?
Only II is implied in the statement.
Analyzing the Statement: 'Though he is fat yet he runs fast'
The statement presents a scenario about a person who is fat but runs fast. The use of the conjunction "though... yet" highlights a contrast between the person's physical state (being fat) and their performance (running fast). This structure implies that the performance is contrary to what might be generally expected based on the physical state.
Evaluating Assumption I: 'Fat people have weak muscles'
The statement focuses on the speed of running, not specifically on the condition of the person's muscles. While being overweight might sometimes be associated with muscle issues, the statement itself provides no information or basis to conclude that fat people have weak muscles. The reason for running fast could be due to excellent cardiovascular fitness, training, or other factors, irrespective of muscle strength as implied by this assumption.
Therefore, Assumption I is not directly implied by the given statement.
Evaluating Assumption II: 'Fat people generally cannot run fast'
The statement "Though he is fat yet he runs fast" sets up an expectation that is then contradicted. The word "though" introduces a fact (he is fat), and "yet" introduces a contrasting outcome (he runs fast). This contrast strongly suggests that the speaker, and likely the general public, holds the belief or expectation that fat people are usually slow runners. The statement implies that this particular fat person is an exception to the general rule.
This directly means that the general perception or assumption is that fat people typically do not run fast.
Therefore, Assumption II is implied in the statement.
Conclusion on Implications
Based on the analysis:
- Assumption I is not implied because the statement does not discuss muscle strength.
- Assumption II is implied because the statement uses a contrasting structure ("though... yet") which relies on a general expectation that fat people cannot run fast.
Identifying the Correct Answer Option
The analysis shows that only Assumption II is implied by the statement. This corresponds to option 2.
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