In this question, two statements I and II have been given. These statements may be independent causes or effects of independent causes or a common cause. One of the statements may be the effect of the other statement. Read both statements and select the correct answer.
I. Since the past three years, State M has reported a sharp and substantial decline in the state's agricultural produce.
II. In the last five years, there has been an increase in the overall average Rainfall by 6% in State M bringing respite to the farmers.
1.I is the cause and II is its possible effect
2.Both I and II are independent causes
3.II is the cause and I is its possible effect
4.Both I and II are effects of independent causes
Correct Answer : 4
Solution :
I. Since the past three years, State M has reported a sharp and substantial decline in the state's agricultural produce. ---- effects of independent causes
II. In the last five years, there has been an increase in the overall average Rainfall by 6% in State M bringing respite to the farmers ---- effects of independent causes
So, Option (d) is the correct answer.
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