In the following question, the first and the last parts of the sentence/passage are numbered 1 and 6...
The digital divide continues to deepen social inequalities.
P. Unequal access to the internet limits educational opportunities.
Q. Those in rural or underserved areas lag behind.
R. It prevents skill development and employment access.
S. Technology's benefits are unequally distributed.
6. Bridging this gap is critical for inclusive growth.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct sequence for the given passage is SQPR.
1 (Fixed): The digital divide continues to deepen social inequalities.
S: Technology's benefits are unequally distributed. (This broadens the initial statement about the digital divide).
Q: Those in rural or underserved areas lag behind. (Specifies who is affected by the unequal distribution mentioned in S).
P: Unequal access to the internet limits educational opportunities. (Identifies a specific consequence of the gap mentioned in Q).
R: It prevents skill development and employment access. (Elaborates on the long-term impacts of limited educational opportunities in P).
6 (Fixed): Bridging this gap is critical for inclusive growth.