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Statement: Should TV channels is be allowed to telecast soft porn films? Arguments: I. Yes, it will help in satisfying youngsters' aphrodosiomania as a result of which cases related with woman 's molestation will reduce to some extent. II. No, it is against or tradition. Any such act will degrade our social value, especially for children, who use television as a medium of entertainment as well as education.

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 only argument II is strong

Explanation:

The advantage shown in argument I is unlikely to be true and farfetched. But II is strong because we should not ignore our tradition.

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