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A city implements a comprehensive recycling education program in schools. Within two years, the city's recycling rate increases by 25%. What is the most likely connection between these events?
Students influence family recycling habits
More recycling bins are placed around the city
Stricter penalties for not recycling are introduced
The city starts paying residents for recycling
2.
A city implements a new recycling program. Within a year, the amount of waste sent to landfills decreases by 30%. What is the most likely cause of this decrease?
The city's population decreased
The recycling program was effective
Landfills expanded their capacity
People started producing more waste
3.
A state implements a new driver education program for teenagers. The following year, the number of accidents involving teen drivers decreases by 20%. What is the most probable effect of this decrease?
Higher insurance premiums
Increased traffic congestion
Lower vehicle safety standards
Reduced insurance costs for teen drivers
4.
A city implements a bike-sharing program. Within a year, air pollution levels decrease by 8%. What is the most probable connection between these events?
More people using bikes instead of cars
Decreased industrial activity
Implementation of stricter emission standards
Increased use of electric vehicles
5.
A grocery store chain starts displaying nutrition information prominently on all packaged foods. Over the next year, sales of healthier food options increase by 20%. What is the most probable cause of this increase?
Consumers make more informed choices
Prices of healthy foods are reduced
Unhealthy foods are removed from shelves
More health-conscious customers shop at the store
6.
A city introduces a bike-sharing program. Within six months, carbon emissions from transportation decrease by 5%. What is the most likely reason for this decrease?
More people using bikes instead of cars for short trips
Increased use of electric vehicles
Improved public transportation system
More people working from home
7.
A company increases its advertising budget by 50%. Six months later, sales have increased by 30%. What is the most likely cause of this increase in sales?
Economic recession
Competitor's products becoming less popular
Increased brand awareness due to advertising
Spontaneous customer loyalty
8.
A company introduces a policy of providing free healthy snacks in the office. After six months, employee sick days decrease by 10%. What is the most probable cause of this decrease?
Improved nutrition leads to better overall health
Employees come to work even when sick
The company implements stricter sick leave policies
Employees exercise more frequently
9.
A company introduces a mentorship program for women in leadership roles. Over the next two years, the number of women in senior management positions increases by 30%. What is the most probable cause of this increase?
Improved support and development opportunities for women
More women applying for leadership positions
Decreased competition from male candidates
Changes in hiring policies
10.
A university introduces a mental health awareness campaign. The following semester, student counseling service usage increases by 40%. What is the most probable effect of this campaign?
Increased awareness and reduced stigma
Higher stress levels among students
More mental health issues on campus
Improved academic performance
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