Rearrange the following sentences to form a meaningful passage:
1. International space law governs satellite placement and liability. 2. Treaties emerged during the Cold War to prevent militarization. 3. New challenges include space debris and commercial mining. 4. Regulation needs adaptation to current realities.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 2-1-3-4.
Logical flow:
2: This sentence provides the historical context (Cold War) and the origin of the topic, making it the most logical starting point for the passage.
1: This follows 2 by defining what International space law currently covers, such as satellite placement and liability, expanding on the legal framework established by the treaties.
3: This introduces the shifting context by highlighting 'New challenges' like debris and mining that were not present in the earlier era.
4: This serves as the concluding thought, stating that because of the new challenges mentioned in sentence 3, the current regulation must now be adapted.
Correct sequence: 2 → 1 → 3 → 4
Final Sentence/Passage: Treaties emerged during the Cold War to prevent militarization. International space law governs satellite placement and liability. New challenges include space debris and commercial mining. Regulation needs adaptation to current realities.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.