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Statement: The population will cross the 100-crore mark shortly. Though we have made tremendous progress in almost all fields, an equally fast growth in population has nullified the achievement. Conclusions : I. Population plays an important role in the progress of a country. II. If the growth of population is controlled, the nation will progress rapidly.

if only conclusion I follows
if only conclusion II follows
if either I or II follows
if neither I nor II follows, and

Correct Answer: if only conclusion II follows

Explanation:

I can 't be derived from the statement. We can't derive from this statement which factors influence the progress of a country. II follows because it is given in the statement that because of the rapid population growth rate, progress has been hindered.

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