Statement: “The dawn of the new millennium could affect computers and computer-run activities.” — A Y2K-era statement. Assumptions: I. The dawn of the new millennium will be sad for some people. II. Y2K specialists can solve the problem.

Introduction / Context:The statement merely warns that computer systems could be affected at the millennium rollover. We test whether it presumes sadness or a guaranteed solution.

Given Data:The statement is a caution; it mentions no emotional outcomes or remedies.

Concept / Approach:An assumption must be necessary for the statement to be meaningful.

Step-by-Step Solution:I: “Will be sad” is an emotional inference not required for a technical warning. Not implicit.II: The existence or efficacy of specialists is not presupposed by the warning itself. Not implicit.

Verification / Alternative check:A warning stands regardless of whether a fix exists or people feel sad.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:Any option asserting I or II as implicit adds content not needed for the caution.

Common Pitfalls:Attributing motives or guarantees (solutions) that are not stated or required.

Final Answer:Neither I nor II is implicit.