Direction : Select the phrase/connector (STARTERS) from the given three options which can be used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning as expressed in the statement sentences.

Q:

(A) Markets are looking forward with bullish optimism in the face of the second wave COVID risk.
(B) The present currency and economic situation looks very challenging.
(i) Looking forward with bullish optimism in the face______.
(ii) Although the present currency and economic_____.
(iii) In the event that the present currency and economic situation_____.

• 1
  Both (i) & (ii)
• 2
  Only (i)
• 3
  Only (ii)
• 4
  Both (ii) & (iii)
• 5
  None of these