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Statement: Should our country extend generous behavior and goodwill to our erring and nagging neighbors? Arguments: I. Yes. Goodwill always pays dividend. II. No. our generous behavior and goodwill be considered as our weakness.

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

Correct Answer:

Explanation:

Clearly, a good behavior may at some point of time lead to mutual discussions and peaceful settlement of issues in the long run. So, argument I holds strong. However, such a behavior may be mistaken for our weakness and it would be difficult to continue with it if the other county doesn't stop its sinister activities. Hence, II also holds.

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