Question:
Based on the premise "Though Cretans are bemused as to why anyone would want to hike without any purpose but the pleasure of it, they have a genuine welcome for travelers on foot.", can we conclude that "People who travel on foot are welcomed by Cretans."?
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yes

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Based on the premise "Population growth and a corresponding increase in crime are primarily responsible for the dwindling number of local candidates, but interest is also waning, Smylie Brown said.", can we conclude that "The responsibility for the growth of local candidates are law abiding citizens. "?
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no

Question:
Based on the premise "The big prize was gold, particularly in South America, so for a while Madrid regarded the Caribbean chain as islands of Peru where the galleons could stop for fresh water.", can we conclude that "South Americans wanted silver."?
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no