2016 · Q85
Which one of the following statements best reflects the main contention of the author ?
EnglishReading Comprehension
- AIn most cases men are stronger than women.
- BSince women are healthier than men they are also stronger.
- CIn some activities men are stronger than women and in some others women are stronger than men.
- DMen and women are equally strong.
Explanation
The author's conclusion is explicit: 'each gender can surpass the other in certain kinds of activities.' Option C restates this. (A) is contradicted by the passage, (B) overstates the women's case, and (D) claims equality, which the author calls a futile argument.