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Craft and Structure practice question

Text 1 The bridge should be repainted every five years; paint is cheaper than rust repairs. Text 2 The bridge's last inspection found no rust after nine years of the current paint, which is a newer, longer-lasting coating.

Which choice best describes the relationship between the texts?

  1. A. Text 2 argues that the newer coating makes the five-year cycle in Text 1 unnecessary.Correct
  2. B. Text 2 says the bridge is rusting.
  3. C. Both texts recommend repainting every five years.
  4. D. Text 2 argues that paint is more expensive than repairs.

Answer: A. Text 2 argues that the newer coating makes the five-year cycle in Text 1 unnecessary.

No rust after nine years.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Text 2 says the bridge is rusting.
No rust was found.
C. Both texts recommend repainting every five years.
Text 2 implies it is unnecessary.
D. Text 2 argues that paint is more expensive than repairs.
Cost is not compared.

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