Question

Read the information and answer the question that follow: In the last few years, several new shopping malls were opened in the city. The total number of visitors in the malls is unimpressive. However, the total revenue generated through sales in the shops in these malls is generally high. Which one of the following is the most appropriate logical inference based on the information in the above passage?

• A. Large number of people are visiting the malls but not spending enough.
• B. Fewer people are visiting the malls but spending more.
• C. Fewer people are visiting the malls and not spending enough.
• D. Large number of people are visiting the malls and spending more.

Hint:

In inference questions, look for the key details in the passage that suggest indirect relationships, such as fewer people visiting but higher spending.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Analyze the passage.
The passage mentions that the total number of visitors is unimpressive, but the revenue generated is high. This suggests that fewer people are visiting the malls, but those who are visiting are spending more.

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