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    Question

    In the question given below, a passage is given

    followed by statements which may or may not be inferred from the passage. Select the correct combination of statements that can be inferred. Passage: Over the past few years, urban residents have increasingly turned to online grocery delivery services for their daily needs. While these platforms promise convenience and time-saving benefits, consumer groups argue that they promote over-packaging, contributing significantly to urban waste. Environmental activists also highlight that rapid deliveries require additional transportation trips, worsening traffic congestion and increasing carbon emissions. Despite these concerns, the demand for online grocery services continues to rise steadily. Statements: 1. Online grocery delivery services contribute to the generation of more packaging waste. 2. The increasing demand for online grocery deliveries has led to higher carbon emissions. 3. Consumers prefer online grocery platforms because they help them save time.
    A Only 1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only 1 and 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only 1 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All 1, 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Statement 1 follows: The passage states that consumer groups believe online platforms promote over-packaging, adding to waste. Statement 2 follows: Environmental activists say that rapid deliveries require extra transportation trips, increasing carbon emissions. Statement 3 follows: The passage states that platforms promise convenience and time-saving benefits, which implies consumers prefer them for these reasons. Thus, all three statements can be inferred.

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