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    Question

    In the question given below, a passage is given

    followed by three statements which may or may not be inferred from the passage. Select the correct combination of statements that can be inferred. Coral reefs cover less than 1% of the ocean floor, yet they support nearly a quarter of all marine species. They also protect coastlines from storms and erosion. However, rising ocean temperatures and pollution are causing large-scale coral bleaching, threatening the survival of these ecosystems. Conservation efforts are now focused on reducing pollution and restoring damaged reefs through coral farming and transplantation. I. Coral reefs are vital for marine biodiversity II. Coral bleaching is a result of human-induced factors. III. Coral farming is one method being used to protect coral reefs.
    A Only I Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only II Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only I and II Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only I and III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All I, II and III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Statement I is correct — the passage says coral reefs support nearly a quarter of all marine species, showing their importance for biodiversity. Statement II is correct — rising ocean temperatures and pollution (both human-induced) are mentioned as causes of coral bleaching. Statement III is correct — the passage explicitly states that coral farming and transplantation are being used to restore reefs. Thus, the correct answer is E) All I, II and III.

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