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Two statements are given. I. The government has sharply increased the price of petrol and diesel.
II. Transport unions have announced an indefinite strike from next week. Which of the following best explains the relationship between the two statements?

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  • ABoth statements are independent causes.
  • BBoth statements are effects of independent causes.
  • CStatement I is the cause and Statement II is its effect.
  • DStatement II is the cause and Statement I is its effect.

Step-by-Step Solution

The sharp fuel price rise (I) leads the transport unions to strike (II), so I is the cause and II the effect.
Answer: C) Statement I is the cause and Statement II is its effect.

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