Statement: Should bomb disposal be give cooperation by the public? Arguments: I. Yes, they are necessary to rescue people's lives. II. No, they are a nuisance to day-to-day life.

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

Correct Answer: if only argument I is strong

Explanation:

I is strong because the security of people's lives should be given utmost priority. II is not strong because something is being dismissed summarily as ''nuisance'' without going into its reasons.

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