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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. Passage: Recent studies into vertical farming suggest that by 2040, urban centers could produce up to 40% of their own leafy greens using hydroponic towers. These systems use 90% less water than traditional soil-based farming because the water is recirculated within a closed loop. However, the high intensity of the LED lighting required means these farms currently consume significantly more electricity per kilogram of produce than outdoor farms. Dr. Aris Thorne noted that while the carbon footprint from transport is eliminated, the energy grid must transition to renewables to make vertical farming truly sustainable. Statements: 1. Vertical farming is more environmentally friendly than traditional farming in every aspect. 2. Hydroponic towers involve a process where water is reused. 3. Traditional soil-based farming uses more water than vertical farming.
      A Only 1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Only 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D 1 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Statement 1 cannot be inferred. While the passage mentions vertical farming saves water and reduces transport emissions, it also highlights a major drawback: it consumes "significantly more electricity." Since it is not better in "every" aspect, this statement is an overgeneralization and cannot be inferred. Statement 2 can be inferred. The passage states that these systems use less water because "the water is recirculated within a closed loop." Recirculating water is a direct synonym for reusing it. Statement 3 can be inferred. The passage explicitly states that vertical farming systems "use 90% less water than traditional soil-based farming." By logical deduction, this means traditional farming uses more water.

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