Can the reason for not implementing a PLAN be a weakener of why the PLAN is not effective in achieving the given goal?
Acid rain, caused by high levels of sulphur dioxide and mercury trapped in global air currents, affects one third of China's territory. Coal-fired power plants are notorious for emitting large quantities of these pollutants. To combat the problem, the Chinese national government has set aggressive environmental goals for the next five years. These goals include a 20% improvement in energy efficiency and a pledge that, by the end of the five years, 10% of the nation's energy will come from renewable resources such as hydroelectric or wind power.
Which of the following, if true, is the best criticism of the Chinese government's strategy as a method for achieving a reduction in acid rain?
A) Some forms of air pollution, such as heavy particulate fumes, would not be affected by the suggested energy improvements.
B) Once the changes have been implemented, the actual reduction in acid rain would vary from region to region.
C) The goals would be forced on every region in China, including those that have no problems with acid rain.
D) Acid rain is also caused by other factors, such as volcanic eruptions or pollution from neighboring countries, over which China has no control.
E) Regional Chinese officials tend to ignore environmental regulations in order to meet aggressive economic requirements imposed on their region's industries.
OA is E
Source : Veritas Prep
I applied the above learning to another PLAN question below:
Unlike juvenile diabetes, which is a genetic condition present from birth, type-2 diabetes is acquired in adulthood, generally as a result of obesity and inactivity. The number of cases of type-2 diabetes has been steadily increasing in the United States since 1970, indicating to many researchers that the American population is becoming increasingly heavy and sedentary. If the government wishes to stem the spread of the disease, it should educate the public about the dangers of an inactive, calorie-laden lifestyle and promote healthful diets and exercise.
Which of the following, if true, provides the strongest reason to believe that the proposed education program will NOT be effective?
A) School health programs already educate middle-school students about the issue.
B) The public already has access to this information through the Internet.
C) Food companies encourage the public to indulge in unhealthful snacks.
D) The government has not set aside money for such a program.
E) Healthful foods and exercise programs are beyond the financial means of many people.
I chose answer choice D.
OA is E
Source: MGMAT
Can experts please comment if anything is wrong with my approach or understanding?
Acid rain, caused by high levels of sulphur dioxide and mercury trapped in global air currents, affects one third of China's territory. Coal-fired power plants are notorious for emitting large quantities of these pollutants. To combat the problem, the Chinese national government has set aggressive environmental goals for the next five years. These goals include a 20% improvement in energy efficiency and a pledge that, by the end of the five years, 10% of the nation's energy will come from renewable resources such as hydroelectric or wind power.
Which of the following, if true, is the best criticism of the Chinese government's strategy as a method for achieving a reduction in acid rain?
A) Some forms of air pollution, such as heavy particulate fumes, would not be affected by the suggested energy improvements.
B) Once the changes have been implemented, the actual reduction in acid rain would vary from region to region.
C) The goals would be forced on every region in China, including those that have no problems with acid rain.
D) Acid rain is also caused by other factors, such as volcanic eruptions or pollution from neighboring countries, over which China has no control.
E) Regional Chinese officials tend to ignore environmental regulations in order to meet aggressive economic requirements imposed on their region's industries.
OA is E
Source : Veritas Prep
I applied the above learning to another PLAN question below:
Unlike juvenile diabetes, which is a genetic condition present from birth, type-2 diabetes is acquired in adulthood, generally as a result of obesity and inactivity. The number of cases of type-2 diabetes has been steadily increasing in the United States since 1970, indicating to many researchers that the American population is becoming increasingly heavy and sedentary. If the government wishes to stem the spread of the disease, it should educate the public about the dangers of an inactive, calorie-laden lifestyle and promote healthful diets and exercise.
Which of the following, if true, provides the strongest reason to believe that the proposed education program will NOT be effective?
A) School health programs already educate middle-school students about the issue.
B) The public already has access to this information through the Internet.
C) Food companies encourage the public to indulge in unhealthful snacks.
D) The government has not set aside money for such a program.
E) Healthful foods and exercise programs are beyond the financial means of many people.
I chose answer choice D.
OA is E
Source: MGMAT
Can experts please comment if anything is wrong with my approach or understanding?
