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Expression of IdeasHardSynthesis: two groups who disagree

Expression of Ideas practice question

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes: - Proposal A: a longer lunch break. Proposal B: a later start to the school day. - 70 percent of pupils prefer Proposal B. - 80 percent of parents prefer Proposal A. - Teachers are evenly split.

The student wants to point out that the two groups most affected want different things. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

  1. A. The two groups most affected disagree: 70 percent of pupils prefer a later start, while 80 percent of parents prefer a longer lunch break.Correct
  2. B. Teachers are evenly split between the proposals.
  3. C. Most pupils prefer a later start.
  4. D. There are two proposals.

Answer: A. The two groups most affected disagree: 70 percent of pupils prefer a later start, while 80 percent of parents prefer a longer lunch break.

Pupils against parents.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Teachers are evenly split between the proposals.
Teachers are not the point.
C. Most pupils prefer a later start.
One group only.
D. There are two proposals.
No disagreement shown.

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