Statement

The museum recorded higher visitor numbers after it extended its weekend hours.

Question

Which conclusion follows?

Options

1. Extended hours definitely caused the increase.
2. Visitor numbers were higher after the weekend hours were extended.
3. The museum will have higher visitor numbers every weekend.

Answer

Option 2 follows.

Solution

1. The statement establishes the timing of the higher visitor numbers.
2. It does not prove that extended hours were the only cause.
3. It also gives no certainty about every future weekend.