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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. A recent report by the Health Department has revealed that nearly 60% of urban households in the country rely heavily on packaged drinking water. The report attributes this rise to increasing concerns about water contamination and the poor maintenance of municipal water pipelines. It further suggests that the demand for packaged water has doubled over the past decade, with private companies rapidly expanding their distribution networks to meet growing consumer needs. 1. The majority of urban households do not trust the quality of tap water. 2. The demand for packaged drinking water has been increasing steadily over the years. 3. Private companies are playing an important role in the packaged drinking water market.

A Only 1
B Only 1 and 2
C Only 2 and
D All 1, 2 and 3
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