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I. Activists are strongly opposing building of a large shopping mall at the center of the city. II. Shopping malls are witnessing increasing footfall but decreasing revenue.

If statement I is the cause and statement II is its effect
If statement II is the cause and statement I is its effect
If both the statements I and II are independent causes.
If both the statements I and II are effects of independent causes.

Correct Answer: If both the statements I and II are effects of independent causes.

Explanation:

I cannot be an effect of II, since activities are not concerned with revenues.

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