Statement

Use the pedestrian bridge to cross the highway safely.

Question

Which assumption is implicit?

Options

1. The pedestrian bridge is available for people crossing the highway.
2. Everyone dislikes walking on bridges.
3. There are no vehicles on the highway.

Answer

Option 1 is the implicit assumption.

Solution

1. The recommendation can work only if pedestrians can use the bridge.
2. Negating option 1 makes the advice ineffective.
3. The other options are not necessary for the statement to make sense.