Statement: Should India attack Pakistan? Arguments: I. Yes, we have defeated them three times; now it needs another defeat. II. No, if India succeeds in the fourth war, we will have no opponent left a fifth war.

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

Correct Answer: if neither I nor II is strong

Explanation:

Both arguments are ridiculous. Neither of them says about the positive or negative aspect which compels India to attack or restrain itself to take such harsh initiatives.

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