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Statement: Are beauty pageants an insult to a woman's intelligence? Arguments: I. Yes, beauty pageants give more emphasis on physical beauty. II. No, if anyone thinks so, he or she is not aware of the positive aspects of beauty pageants.

if only argument I is strong
if only argument II is strong
if either I or II is strong
if neither I nor II is strong

Correct Answer: if neither I nor II is strong

Explanation:

I is not strong because ''more emphasis'' on one aspect can't be interpreted as an insult to the other aspect. II does not carry any substance.

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