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CR · Critical Reasoning
505-555
Complete the Passage
Which of the following most logically completes the argument? Veridonia was once a leading exporter of natural gas, but in recent years, economic downturns and stringent regulations have hindered investment in new gas extraction sites. As a result, Veridonia's gas exports have consistently declined as existing sites have become exhausted. With Veridonia's economy showing signs of recovery and regulations becoming less stringent, it is expected that new extraction sites will be developed quickly.
However, it would be premature to conclude that this rapid development will lead to increased gas exports, because __________.
However, it would be premature to conclude that this rapid development will lead to increased gas exports, because __________.
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the demand for natural gas is projected to decrease in the coming years.
B
the recovery of Veridonia's economy is likely to lead to a significant rise in the number of households using natural gas.
C
most of the funding for new extraction sites in Veridonia is anticipated to come from domestic investors.
D
new methods are being developed to extract gas from previously unproductive sites.
E
many of the new extraction sites in Veridonia may not yield as much gas as those that were operational when Veridonia was a top exporter.
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TiborFeb 14, 2025
Great question!
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