Cause–Effect reasoning: Identify the relationship between Statement I and Statement II. S1: There was a huge rush of people to the temple on Sunday, the 15th of the month. S2: The temple authority had decided to close the temple for repairs from the 17th of the month. 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: Huge rush on 15th (Sunday).
- S2: Pre-announced closure for repairs starting 17th.
Concept / Approach A known impending closure typically increases visits before the closure date, especially on a weekend.
Reasoning Impending repairs/closure (S2) ⇒ devotees advance their visit ⇒ surge on 15th (S1).
Option check B fits the time sequence and behavior. ✔ A/C/D/E do not align with the natural pre-closure rush pattern.
Final Answer Statement II is the cause and Statement I is its effect.