Directions: In each question below is given a statement followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. You have to consider the statement and the following assumptions and decide which of the assumptions is implicit in the statement.

Statement: Over the past six months, a well-known supermarket chain has reported a decline in foot traffic, while a newly launched online grocery platform has seen a sharp increase in daily orders

Assumptions:

I. The online grocery platform offers better discounts and promotions compared to the supermarket.

II. Customers prefer the convenience of home delivery over visiting physical stores.

Given Statement: Over the past six months, a well-known supermarket chain has reported a decline in foot traffic, while a newly launched online grocery platform has seen a sharp increase in daily orders

Given assumptions:

I. The online grocery platform offers better discounts and promotions compared to the supermarket. → Implicit

As price competition is a common reason for customer shifts, and online platforms often attract users with discounts and promotions.

II. Customers prefer the convenience of home delivery over visiting physical stores. → Implicit

As convenience is a major factor driving the popularity of online grocery shopping.

Thus, Both conclusion I and II implicit.

Hence, "Option 3" is the correct answer.