Statement: His recent investment in the shares of Company A is only a gamble. Assumptions: I. He may incur loss on his investment II. He may gain from his investment.

if only assumption I is implicit.
if only assumption II is implicit.
if either I or II is implicit.
if neither I nor II is implicit.

Correct Answer: if either I or II is implicit.

Explanation:

The use of the world 'gamble' indicates that he may either gain or lose in the deal.

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