In the following question, the first and the last parts of the sentence/passage are numbered 1 and 6. The rest of the sentence/passage is split into four parts-P, Q, R, and S. These four parts are not given in their proper order. Read the sentence/passage and find the most logical order of the parts between 1 and 6.
Climate change remains one of the biggest challenges of our time.
P. Shifting rainfall patterns are already affecting agriculture.
Q. Melting glaciers are disrupting water supplies in many regions.
R. Its impacts are visible across the globe.
S. Rising sea levels threaten low-lying coastal areas.
6. Urgent global collaboration is essential to tackle it.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Based on the sentence structure provided, the correct logical order is RPQS.
Logical Breakdown:
Sentence 1: "Climate change remains one of the biggest challenges of our time." (Introduces the main topic).
R: "Its impacts are visible across the globe." (Directly follows the introduction by expanding on the scope of the "challenge").
P, Q, S: These sentences provide specific examples of the impacts mentioned in part R (rainfall, glaciers, and sea levels). They can follow in various orders, but starting with R creates the most natural transition from the opening statement.
Sentence 6: "Urgent global collaboration is essential to tackle it." (Concluding call to action).
The sequence RPQS creates a smooth flow from a general statement to a broad observation, followed by specific evidence, and finally a conclusion.