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In this task, you're given a statement and three sentences as choices. Your job is to determine which sentence can be inferred from the statement. Incorrect choices change the meaning in important ways or have details that are not mentioned in the statement. Indicate your answer as 1,2, or 3 corresponding to the choice number of the selected sentence.
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Statement: In effect, Nixon's misdeeds () so dwarf Clinton's--even the most severe charges of suborning perjury--that Republicans could wind up bollixed. Choices:  1. All things considered, Nixon's mistakes are bigger than Clinton's. 2. All things considered, Nixon should face a stiffer punishment than Clinton. 3. In effect Clinton's sins are greater than Nixon's.
answer:
1


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Statement: Power came from weights, like those used on an old-fashioned clock. Choices:  1. It was a simple but ingenious method of power. 2. The power came from pulling the levers. 3. Like an old-fashioned clock, the power was derived from weights.
answer:
3


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Statement: And because you're buying options, you're left with nothing. Choices:  1. You're left with nothing given that you're buying options, said the economist. 2. You're left with gadgets given that you're buying them. 3. You're left with nothing given that you're buying options.
answer:

3