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    Question

    In the question given below, two statements (I) and

    (II) are given. These statements may be either independent causes or may be effects of independent causes or a common cause. One of these statements may be the effect of the other statement. Read both the statements and decide which of the following answer choices correctly depicts the relationship between these two statements. I. The introduction of the steam engine in the 18th century revolutionized the transportation industry, allowing for faster travel across land and water. II. The Industrial Revolution in the 18th century brought about massive advancements in manufacturing, urbanization, and infrastructure development.
    A Statement I is the cause and statement II is its effect. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Statement II is the cause and statement I is its effect. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both the statements I and II are independent causes. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Both the statements I and II are effects of independent causes. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Both the statements I and II are effects of some common cause. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Both statements describe outcomes of a broader historical period — the Industrial Revolution. Statement I focuses on the steam engine's role in revolutionizing transportation, which is one of the technological advancements driven by the Industrial Revolution. Statement II discusses the broader societal and economic changes that came with the Industrial Revolution, such as advancements in manufacturing and infrastructure. Hence, both statements are effects stemming from the same common cause — the Industrial Revolution.

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