The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. These sentences, when properly sequenced form a coherent paragraph. Select the most logical order of sentences from among the options.
P: If the intention is just to consume whatever comes from the West, then it is harmful.
Q: Some of its effects are really helping and positive as it increases initiative and entrepreneurship qualities provided taken in that spirit.
R: At the same time state’s strategic intervention is essential because more than 40% of people live below poverty line.
S: The impact of economic reforms are mixed.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2, i.e. SQPR.
- Sentence S provides an introduction to the passage by giving us the context, which is on the mixed nature of economic reforms in the country.
- Sentence Q adjoins more information to the details provided by the previous statement. This is evident form the usage of the pronoun 'it' to indicate 'economic reforms' as mentioned earlier. It also states a positive outcome.
- Sentence P will appear next as it adds a negative outcome which can be treated as a point to follow the merit addressed in the previous statement.
- Sentence R adds another point about the nation's position on such reforms and the condition of poeple as well. This statistical note can be treated as a conclusion for this passage.
This arrangement follows a sequential order where the events get narrated one after the other without losing fluency or any sense/meaning in the whole passage.