Statement: Should user charge be increased in sectors like telecom? Arguments: I. Yes, revenue earned through hike in user charges will be helpful in improving the quality of services provided by these sector to the consumer. II. No, hike in user charges will deprive many consumers of the services provided by these sectors.

if only argument I is strong
if only argument II is strong
if neither I nor II is strong
if both I and II are strong

Correct Answer: if both I and II are strong

Explanation:

I is strong on the ground of quality while II is string or the ground of accessibility .

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