S1: The origin of the universe has been traced to the Big Bang. S2: There can be no knowledge of what existed before the Big Bang.

Directions: In the following items a pair of sentences (S1, S2) is given. Select the most appropriate and relevant co-relationship of the second sentence to the first from among the options (a), (b), (c) and (d), and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.

  1. A. contradicts the assertion made in the first
  2. B. explains the basis behind the first
  3. C. establishes limits on the assertion made in the first
  4. D. confirms the assertion made in the first

Correct Answer: C. establishes limits on the assertion made in the first

Explanation

The second sentence sets a boundary or limit on what can be known regarding the event described in the first.

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