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The statement below is followed by two arguments numbered 1 and 2 Decide which of the arguments is a Strong argument and which is a weak argument. Give answer.

Statement: Should use of mobile phone be banned while driving ?

Arguments: 

1. Yes, most of the time it causes accident.

2. No, this can create a major problem for mobile users in emergency.

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  1. Only argument 1 is strong.
  2. Only argument 2 is strong.
  3. Both 1 and 2 are strong.
  4. Neither 1 nor 2 is strong.

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Option 1 : Only argument 1 is strong.
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Given data :

Statement: Should use of mobile phone be banned while driving ?

Arguments: 

1. Yes, most of the time it causes accident → True strong argument (Talking or texting on a mobile phone while driving a vehicle is dangerous)

2. No, this can create a major problem for mobile users in emergency → False weak argument (We can also talk on mobile in an emergency case by stopping the vehicle)

Hence, 'Only argument 1 is strong' is the correct answer.

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