{"id":42696,"date":"2024-04-15T21:13:20","date_gmt":"2024-04-15T21:13:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=42696"},"modified":"2024-04-15T21:13:20","modified_gmt":"2024-04-15T21:13:20","slug":"directions-each-of-the-following-question-consists-of-a-statement-followed-by-two-arguments-i-and-ii-you-have-to-decide-which-of-the-arguments-is-a-strong-arguments-and-which-is-a-weak-argument-st-51","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/directions-each-of-the-following-question-consists-of-a-statement-followed-by-two-arguments-i-and-ii-you-have-to-decide-which-of-the-arguments-is-a-strong-arguments-and-which-is-a-weak-argument-st-51\/","title":{"rendered":"Directions : Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument. Statement : Should import duty on all the electronic goods be dispensed with? Arguments : I. No. This will considerably reduce the income of the government and will adversely affect the developmental activities. II. No. The local manufacturers will not be able to compete with the foreign manufacturers who are technologically far superior."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;Only argument I is strong&#8221; option2=&#8221;Only argument II is strong&#8221; option3=&#8221;Either I or II is strong&#8221; option4=&#8221;Neither I nor II is strong E. Both I and II are strong&#8221; correct=&#8221;option2&#8243;]<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is: Only argument II is strong.<\/p>\n<p>Argument I is not strong because it is based on the assumption that the government&#8217;s income is the only source of funding for developmental activities. However, there are other sources of funding, such as taxes, loans, and grants. Additionally, the government could choose to reduce spending on other areas in order to offset the loss of revenue from import duties.<\/p>\n<p>Argument II is strong because it is based on the assumption that local manufacturers will not be able to compete with foreign manufacturers who are technologically far superior. This is a valid concern, as foreign manufacturers often have access to more resources and technology than local manufacturers. As a result, they may be able to produce goods at a lower cost and\/or with higher quality.<\/p>\n<p>However, it is important to note that there are other factors that can affect the competitiveness of local manufacturers, such as the cost of labor and the availability of skilled workers. Additionally, the government may be able to provide support to local manufacturers, such as through subsidies or tax breaks. 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