Cause–Effect reasoning: Identify the relationship between Statement I and Statement II. S1: The importance of Yoga and exercise is being realized by all sections of society. S2: There is increasing awareness about health in society, particularly among middle-aged people. Choose the correct cause–effect option.
Verbal Reasoning
Cause and Effect
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AStatement I is the cause and Statement II is its effect.
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BStatement II is the cause and Statement I is its effect.
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CBoth statements I and II are independent causes.
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DBoth statements I and II are effects of independent causes.
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EBoth statements I and II are effects of a common cause.
Answer
Correct Answer: Statement II is the cause and Statement I is its effect.
Explanation
Given data
- S1: People are realizing the importance of Yoga and exercise.
- S2: Health awareness is increasing, especially among middle-aged people.
Concept / Approach Greater health awareness typically leads people to value preventive practices like Yoga and exercise. Thus S2 is a natural driver of S1.
Step-by-step check of options A: Realizing the importance of Yoga does not itself create society-wide awareness. ✖ B: Rising health awareness ⇒ more people realize Yoga/exercise matter. ✔ C/D/E: No indication of separate unrelated causes or a third common cause beyond S2 directly influencing S1. ✖
Final Answer Statement II is the cause and Statement I is its effect.