CMAT 2013 Solved Question Paper

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$\mathbf{Environmentalist}$ An increased number of oil spills and the consequent damage to the environment indicate the need for stricter safety standards for the oils industry. Since, the industry refuses to take action, it is the national government that must regulate industry safety standards. In particular, the government has to at least require oil companies to put double hulls on their tanker and to assume financial responsibility for accidents.
$\mathbf{Industry}\mathbf{Representative}$The industry alone should be responsible for devising safety standards because of its expertise in handling oil and its understanding of the cost entailed. Implementing the double hull proposal is not currently feasible because it creates new safety issues. Furthermore, the cost would be burdensome to the industry and consumers.


Q. Which one of the following is an assumption on, which the argument of the environmentalist depends?