Statement I: A rare species of bird was spotted in the city park. Statement II: The number of bird watchers visiting the park increased.
Correct answer: A. I is the cause and II is its effect
- A. I is the cause and II is its effect
- B. II is the cause and I is its effect
- C. Both are effects of a common cause
- D. Both are unrelated
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A. The sighting of a rare bird in the city park (Statement I) is a significant event that likely caused an increase in the number of bird watchers visiting the park (Statement II). The presence of a rare species is a strong motivator for bird enthusiasts to visit the location where it was sighted, establishing a cause-and-effect relationship. Option B is incorrect because an increase in bird watchers does not lead to the sighting of a rare bird. Option C is incorrect as there is no third cause suggested by the statements that could lead to both events. Option D is incorrect because the two statements are indeed related.
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