Concept:This is a data sufficiency problem based on ordering heights.
We must check if the given statements provide enough information to identify the tallest pole uniquely.
Explanation:From statement (I), we know:
M>L>DThis gives an order among only
M,
L, and
D.
It gives no information about
I or
O.
Hence, statement (I) alone is not sufficient.
From statement (II), we know:
I>D>OThis gives an order among only
I,
D, and
O.
It gives no information about
M or
L.
Hence, statement (II) alone is not sufficient.
Combining both statements:
From (I):
M>L>DFrom (II):
I>D>OWe can only conclude that both
M and
I are taller than
D, and
D is taller than
O.
However, there is no relationship given between
M and
I, or between
L and
I.
Therefore, the tallest pole cannot be determined uniquely.
Even after combining both statements, the data is insufficient.
Answer:Data in both statements I and II together are not sufficient to answer the question.
Correct option: A.