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Expression of IdeasHardPresenting a mixed outcome

Expression of Ideas practice question

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes: - A town introduced a 20 mph speed limit on residential streets. - Injuries to pedestrians fell by 25%. - Average journey times across the town rose by two minutes. - Noise complaints fell.

The student wants to present both a benefit and a cost of the new limit. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

  1. A. Pedestrian injuries fell by a quarter after the 20 mph limit was introduced, though journeys across the town now take about two minutes longer.Correct
  2. B. Pedestrian injuries fell by 25%.
  3. C. Noise complaints fell.
  4. D. The town introduced a 20 mph limit.

Answer: A. Pedestrian injuries fell by a quarter after the 20 mph limit was introduced, though journeys across the town now take about two minutes longer.

A benefit and the cost together.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Pedestrian injuries fell by 25%.
Benefit only.
C. Noise complaints fell.
Benefit only.
D. The town introduced a 20 mph limit.
Setup only.

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