Rearrange the following sentence parts to form a meaningful and grammatically correct paragraph:
P. The paradox highlights how having more choices can lead to increased anxiety and a feeling of dissatisfaction.
Q. In a consumer-driven society, people are often presented with an overwhelming array of options.
R. This can result in a phenomenon known as "the paradox of choice."
S. It suggests that while we desire freedom, an excess of it can be psychologically detrimental.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
To form a meaningful paragraph, the sentences should be ordered as follows:
(Q) "In a consumer-driven society, people are often presented with an overwhelming array of options." sets the context.
(R) "This can result in a phenomenon known as 'the paradox of choice.'" introduces the concept defined in Q.
(P) "The paradox highlights how having more choices can lead to increased anxiety and a feeling of dissatisfaction." explains the result of the phenomenon.
(S) "It suggests that while we desire freedom, an excess of it can be psychologically detrimental." provides a concluding thought on the implication of this paradox.