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Among five friends A, B, C, D and E, who is the tallest? Statement I: A is taller than both B and C. Statement II: D is taller than A, and E is shorter than B. Which statement(s) are sufficient to answer the question?

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  • AEither statement alone is sufficient
  • BStatement II alone is sufficient but Statement I alone is not
  • CBoth statements together are needed (neither alone is sufficient)
  • DStatement I alone is sufficient but Statement II alone is not

Step-by-Step Solution

Combining, D > A > B, C and E < B, so D is tallest. Neither statement alone compares all five.
Answer: C) Both statements together are needed (neither alone is sufficient)

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