Question

Directions for sentence exclusion: Five sentences are given below; out of these, four come together to form a coherent paragraph, but one sentence does not fit into the sequence. Choose the sentence that does not fit into the sequence.

• A. They often include a foundation course on navigating capitalism with Chinese characteristics and have replaced typical cases from US corporates with a focus on how Western theories apply to China’s buzzing local firms.
• B. The best Chinese business schools look like their Western rivals but are now growing distinct in terms of what they teach and the career boost they offer.
• C. Western schools have enhanced their offerings with double degrees, popular with domestic and overseas students alike—and boosted the prestige of their Chinese partners.
• D. For students, a big draw is the chance to rub shoulders with captains of China’s private sector.
• E. Their business courses now largely cater to the growing demand from China Inc which has become more global, richer and ready to recruit from this sinocentric student body.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

To determine which sentence does not fit into the sequence, examine the thematic coherence of the sentences.

The sentences primarily focus on the unique aspects of Chinese business schools, their curriculum tailored to local needs, and their appeal to students interested in the Chinese business ecosystem.

Here is a breakdown of the themes:

1. Sentence 1 discusses the integration of Western theories as applied to Chinese firms.
2. Sentence 2 highlights how Chinese business schools are distinct from Western ones in terms of education and career prospects.
3. Sentence 3 talks about Western schools offering double degrees, unrelated to the main theme.
4. Sentence 4 indicates that students are attracted by networking opportunities with Chinese business leaders.
5. Sentence 5 explains that business courses are tailored to meet the demands of a globalizing Chinese economy.

Sentence 3, regarding Western schools and double degrees, diverges significantly from the other sentences, which focus on the Chinese context. It's more about Western schools' offerings rather than the distinctive features or appeal of Chinese business schools.

Thus, the sentence that does not fit into the sequence is:

"Western schools have enhanced their offerings with double degrees, popular with domestic and overseas students alike—and boosted the prestige of their Chinese partners."