Question

Congestion pricing approach reduces peak-hour car trips in several cities. Which assumption supports using it in a new city?

• A. Drivers will respond to price signals by shifting time or mode of travel.
• B. Public transport would be able to fulfil the demand.
• C. Drivers dislike road taxes and would therefore stop using cars to avoid them.
• D. Fuel prices will fall due to lower consumption.

Hint:

For assumption questions, ask “what must be true for the argument to work?”.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Identify the argument — Congestion pricing works if peak-hour trips reduce.
Step 2: Determine the assumption — For the approach to succeed, drivers must actually respond to price signals.
Step 3: Conclusion — Option (a) is the required assumption.