Which of the following is an argument? (I) I left the city because I wanted to find myself.
(II) Because I left the city, I will find myself.

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An argument consists of a set of statements where some statements (premises) are intended to support another statement (conclusion). Statement II presents a cause-and-effect relationship that implies an argument (leaving the city will lead to finding oneself), whereas Statement I is simply a declaration of a personal action and reason, lacking the structure of an argument.

Which of the Following Is an Argument? (I) I Left