Statement I: The hospital reported a shortage of oxygen cylinders. Statement II: The number of COVID-19 patients increased rapidly.
Correct answer: B. II is the cause and I 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 independent
Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: II is the cause and I is its effect. As the number of COVID-19 patients increased rapidly, it likely led to a higher demand for medical supplies, including oxygen cylinders, resulting in a shortage. Option A is incorrect because the shortage of oxygen does not cause an increase in patients. Option C is incorrect as there is no evidence of a third factor causing both situations. Option D is incorrect because there is a direct relationship between an increase in patients and the demand for oxygen.
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