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    In the question below, two statements (I) and (II) are

    given. These statements may be either independent causes or may be effects of independent causes or a common cause. One of these statements may be the effect of the other statement. Read both the statements and decide which of the following answer choices correctly depicts the relationship between these two statements. I. Many cities have witnessed a surge in bicycle sales and rentals over the past two years. II. Several urban planners have proposed the construction of more dedicated bicycle lanes to improve safety and encourage green transport.
    A Statement I is the cause and statement II is its effect Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Statement II is the cause and statement I is its effect Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both the statements I and II are independent causes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Both the statements I and II are effects of independent causes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Both the statements I and II are effects of some common cause Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Statement I talks about the increased use of bicycles in cities. Statement II presents a policy response—urban planners proposing more bicycle lanes. Clearly, the rise in bicycle usage (I) is the reason urban planners are recommending better cycling infrastructure (II). So, Statement I is the cause, and Statement II is the effect.

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