StrengthenDiff: Hard
Logic Breakdown
Passage Summary: Even though a new high-tech GPS 'virtual fence' for cows costs much more than a regular old fence, the company making it believes ranchers will still shell out the cash for it.
Conclusion: Ranchers will choose to buy the expensive GPS steering device for their cattle.
Reasoning: The device uses GPS and sound to keep cows in their pastures, and even though it costs significantly more than traditional fencing, the manufacturer believes it will be a commercial success.
Analysis: To support the maker's prediction, we need to find a reason why this device is actually a better investment than a cheap fence. Perhaps fences have hidden costs, like constant repairs, or maybe the GPS device offers a unique benefit, like allowing ranchers to move their herds to different grazing areas without building new structures. Look for an answer that provides a financial or practical advantage that offsets the high initial price tag.
Conclusion: Ranchers will choose to buy the expensive GPS steering device for their cattle.
Reasoning: The device uses GPS and sound to keep cows in their pastures, and even though it costs significantly more than traditional fencing, the manufacturer believes it will be a commercial success.
Analysis: To support the maker's prediction, we need to find a reason why this device is actually a better investment than a cheap fence. Perhaps fences have hidden costs, like constant repairs, or maybe the GPS device offers a unique benefit, like allowing ranchers to move their herds to different grazing areas without building new structures. Look for an answer that provides a financial or practical advantage that offsets the high initial price tag.
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Unlock Full Passage21.Which one of the following, if true, does the most to support the prediction made by the device's maker?
Correct Answer
B
If only a few leaders guide the herd, outfitting just those leaders could control the entire herd. That slashes the total number of devices needed, making purchase plausible even if the per-unit price remains high. This directly supports the prediction at the current price.
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