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A poll of students appearing for masters in engineering indicated that $60$ % of the students believed that mechanical engineering is a profession unsuitable for women. A research study on women with masters or higher degrees in mechanical engineering found that $99$ % of such women were successful in their professions. Which of the following can be logically inferred from the above paragraph?

  1. Many students have misconceptions regarding various engineering disciplines.
  2. Men with advanced degrees in mechanical engineering believe women are well suited to be mechanical engineers.
  3. Mechanical engineering is a profession well suited for women with masters or higher degrees in mechanical engineering.
  4. The number of women pursuing higher degrees in mechanical engineering is small.

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