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I. The prime minister's Ireland visit was the headline in the newspapers. II. The prime minister's Ireland visit is historic.

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:

The Prime minister's visit making the headlines could be because of the absence of any other important news (cause). The visit could be historic because of other reason, such as it being the prime minister's first visit or the signing of some important agreements.

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