Arrange the following sentences in a LOGICAL sequence:
1. But when it comes to companies that lack computer programmers, the government is far more sympathetic.
2. As a result, limited access to foreign talent is a common gripe of tech founders and venture capitalists.
3. And, demand for the latter has soared among British startups.
4. This is less inconsistent than it may seem.
5. An HGV driver takes between six and ten weeks to train; a competent coder several years.
1. But when it comes to companies that lack computer programmers, the government is far more sympathetic.
2. As a result, limited access to foreign talent is a common gripe of tech founders and venture capitalists.
3. And, demand for the latter has soared among British startups.
4. This is less inconsistent than it may seem.
5. An HGV driver takes between six and ten weeks to train; a competent coder several years.
- 3,5,1,2,4
- 3,4,2,1,5
- 1,4,5,3,2
- 3,5,4,2,1
- 1,2,5,3,4
The Correct Option is C
Approach Solution - 1
To correctly sequence the given sentences into a logical paragraph, we need to understand the context and relationship between each sentence.
- Analyze Each Sentence:
- Sentence 1 introduces a specific issue about companies and government sympathy regarding computer programmers.
- Sentence 4 suggests explaining or justifying a difference with "This is less inconsistent than it may seem."
- Sentence 5 discusses the time required for training, pointing out a contrast between HGV drivers and coders.
- Sentence 3 notes the high demand for programmers in British startups.
- Sentence 2 indicates a consequence related to the limited access to foreign talent.
- Identify the Starting Point:
- The logical opening sentence should introduce the primary topic or issue, which is best served by Sentence 1 as it highlights the governmental kindness towards companies needing programmers.
- Connect Sentences Logically:
- Sentence 4 follows by addressing that the perceived inconsistency needs clarification.
- Sentence 5 gives concrete details of this comparison, explaining the time differences in training for different jobs, providing context for the previous "inconsistency."
- Sentence 3 builds on this by explaining why there is high demand for programmers.
- Finally, Sentence 2 concludes the sequence by explaining the complaint from the tech sector due to limited foreign input.
- Construct the Sequence:
- Based on the logical flow: 1, 4, 5, 3, 2
Therefore, the correct logical sequence of the sentences is: 1, 4, 5, 3, 2.
Approach Solution -2
Step 1: Starting Point
Sentence (1) begins with “But when it comes...”, which clearly sets up the issue of shortage of programmers. Hence, it must come first.
Step 2: Clarification
Sentence (4) follows naturally: “This is less inconsistent than it may seem.” This explains why the government acts differently for programmers vs. others.
Step 3: Logical Support
Sentence (5) provides the justification: coders take several years to train compared to HGV drivers. So, (5) directly supports (4).
Step 4: Effect on Startups
Sentence (3) then explains: demand for coders has soared among startups, which connects to (5).
Step 5: Consequence
Finally, sentence (2) concludes: limited access to foreign talent becomes a common gripe.
Final Sequence:
\[ \boxed{1 \;\; \rightarrow \;\; 4 \;\; \rightarrow \;\; 5 \;\; \rightarrow \;\; 3 \;\; \rightarrow \;\; 2} \]
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