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Passage Summary: Everyone says kids need computer training to get jobs, but schools that focus on tech are spending less time on basic reading and math.

Reasoning: While computer skills are now viewed as essential for the global market, schools that prioritize them often see a decline in the time spent on fundamental math and reading skills.

Analysis: The stimulus describes a tension between two educational priorities. The 'global marketplace' demands computer skills, yet the pursuit of those skills appears to come at the expense of foundational literacy and numeracy. This illustrates a trade-off where the means used to achieve a goal (workplace readiness) might actually compromise other essential components of that same goal. Look for a principle that addresses these conflicting priorities or the unintended consequences of shifting educational focus.

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14.

Which one of the following propositions is best illustrated by the statements above?

Correct Answer
D
It captures the pattern: efforts to keep pace with recent educational developments can lead to neglecting basic skills in favor of other skills (here, computer skills displacing math and reading time).
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