Directions: A statement is given followed by two inferences I and II. You have to consider the statement to be true even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given inferences, if any, follow from the given statement.

Statement: According to a recent study mangrove coverage is declining globally because of the construction of river dams.

Inference:

I. Building River dams cast a negative impact on the conditions conducive to the growth of mangroves.

II.Space available for the growth of the plant is now utilized for construction purposes.