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Statements: America's defence secretary reiterated that they would continue to supply arms to Pakistan. Conclusions: Pakistan is incapable of manufacturing arms. It would ensure peace in the region.

Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Either I or II follows
Neither I nor II follows
Both I and II follow

Correct Answer: Neither I nor II follows

Explanation:

Pakistan's ability to manufacture arms is not being talked about in the statement. So, I does not follow. The fact in II cannot be deduced from the given statement. So, II also does not follow.

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