Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: if neither I nor II is implicit.
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
The sentence is a general maxim claiming universality of ups and downs. Our task is to check whether it presupposes expertise about people’s lives or a guaranteed motivational impact.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Generalizations can be offered without personal knowledge of “average” lives (they may be philosophical or proverbial). Likewise, whether it motivates listeners is an outcome, not a necessary premise.
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Assumption I: The content can stand as a widely accepted truism without the speaker proving knowledge of everyone’s life; thus I is not required.2) Assumption II: Even if nobody feels encouraged, the statement’s truth-claim remains; II is unnecessary.
Verification / Alternative check:
Maxims like “change is constant” do not rely on who utters them or on their psychological effect.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
I-only/II-only/Either/Both impose extra commitments (expertise or motivation) beyond the statement’s scope.
Common Pitfalls:
Assuming every general statement must imply authority or intent to console.
Final Answer:
if neither I nor II is implicit.
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