Question:
Based on the premise "He brought two sacks of salt with him now in hopes of buying supplies for himself and any others he brought with him on the return trip.", can we conclude that "He brought rice to trade."?
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Answer:
no

Question:
Based on the premise "Neither had there been any mention of the roots of Hollywood's love affair with violence.", can we conclude that "There was no mention of the beginnings of Hollywood's obsession with violence. "?
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yes

Question:
Based on the premise "Perhaps this was a subversive act, the urinal-drain-guard manufacturer inviting us to piss on the United States' failed drug policy.", can we conclude that "The drug policy of the United States has failed."?
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yes