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Statement It is dangerous to lean out of a running train. Assumptions I. All those who lean out of a train run the risk of being hurt. II. Generally, people don't like to get hurt.

if only Assumption I is implicit
if only Assumption II is implicit
If either Assumption I or II is implicit
if neither Assumption I nor II is implicit

Correct Answer: if only Assumption I is implicit

Explanation:

Instruction in the statement is based on the assumption that those who lean out of train carry the risk of the being hurt. it is not inferred from the statement that people don't like to get hurt. Hence, Assumption I is implicit.

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