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Direction: In each question below is given a statement followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. An assumption is something supposed or taken for granted. You have to consider the statement and the following assumptions and decide which of the assumptions is implicit in the statement.

  1. Statement:
    India's dismal performances in the World Cup notwithstanding, cricket betting is on in full swing in the country. - A news
    Assumptions:
    I. Dismal performances of India discourages betting business all over the world.
    II. Bookies are making merry.
    1. if only assumption I is implicit.
    2. if only assumption II is implicit.
    3. if either I or II is implicit.
    4. if neither I nor II is implicit.
    5. if both I and II are implicit.
Correct Option: B

I is not implicit because of its last portion, ie "all over the world". II is implicit since betting is on in full swing.



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