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I. Government of state 'X' imposed a higher sales tax on petroleum products compared to the neighboring states. II. All the petrol pumps in the state observed 'bandh' in protest.

If statement I is the cause and statement II is its effect.
If statement II is the cause and statement I is its effect.
If both the statements I and II are independent causes.
If both the statements I and II are effects of independent causes.

Correct Answer: If both the statements I and II are independent causes.

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