Cause and Effect


Direction: Each of the questions given below have two statement - I and II. Mark the answer from (a) to (e), depending on the cause and effect relationship between the two statements.

  1. I. China is the largest producer but not the largest exporter of tea in the world.
    II. Domestic consumption of tea in China is very high.











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    We get the answer by constructing the phrase:
    Because II therefore I.

    Correct Option: B

    We get the answer by constructing the phrase:
    Because II therefore I.


  1. I In Africa, a large part of coffee plantations has been destroyed.
    II Starbucks is mulling over introducing non - caffeinated drinks in its menu offered at its international chain of cafes.











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    The destruction of coffee plantation is restricted to Africa. Starbucks decision should be a result of changing consumer preferences.

    Correct Option: E

    The destruction of coffee plantation is restricted to Africa. Starbucks decision should be a result of changing consumer preferences.



  1. I The government imposed a stock limit on storage of pulses by traders.
    II. The prices of pulses went out of reach of the common man.











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    The government wanted to increase the supply of pulses in order to bring down prices.

    Correct Option: B

    The government wanted to increase the supply of pulses in order to bring down prices.


  1. I The Reserve Bank of india reduced the interest rates.
    II Housing loans witnessed an increase.











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    Because the interest rates were reduced, more people took housing loans.

    Correct Option: A

    Because the interest rates were reduced, more people took housing loans.



  1. I Ram visits temples regularly and feeds the devotees at temples at least once every three months.
    II Ram is an honest man and is respected by many people.











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    Both the statements are unrelated, Visiting tramples and feeding devotees may cause respect but not honesty.

    Correct Option: E

    Both the statements are unrelated, Visiting tramples and feeding devotees may cause respect but not honesty.