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Statement I: The mountain road was closed for several days. Statement II: A landslide had blocked the route.

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 unrelated

Explanation

The correct answer is Option B: II is the cause and I is its effect. The landslide blocked the mountain road, which led to the road being closed for several days. Option A is incorrect because the closure of the road did not cause the landslide. Option C is incorrect as there is no common cause mentioned that would independently lead to both events. Option D is incorrect because the landslide and road closure are directly related events.

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