ParadoxDiff: Hard

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Passage Summary: It is colder in Taychester than in Charlesville, but people in Charlesville pay more for heat.

Reasoning: Taychester is consistently at least 10 degrees colder than Charlesville, yet Charlesville residents spend significantly more on winter heating.

Analysis: The paradox lies in the inverse relationship between temperature and cost. Usually, colder weather necessitates higher bills, but here the warmer town pays more. It seems Charlesville residents are paying a premium for their 'warmer' weather; perhaps they are all living in drafty mansions while Taychester folks are huddled in high-efficiency homes. Look for an answer that explains why the cost of staying warm isn't just about the thermometer reading, such as differences in fuel prices or insulation.

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22.

Each of the following, if true, helps to resolve the apparent paradox described above EXCEPT:

Correct Answer
B
B doesn’t resolve the paradox. Even if Charlesville cools steeply at night, the premise says Charlesville is still at least 10 degrees warmer than Taychester at all times. That doesn’t explain why the warmer city pays more for heating.
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