Text 1: Physicist Dr. Anna Kim explains quantum computing potential. "Quantum computers process exponentially more possibilities simultaneously," Kim writes. "Problems impossible for classical computers—drug discovery, cryptography—become tractable."
Text 2: Computer scientist Dr. James Chen tempers expectations. "Quantum advantage applies to specific problem types," Chen clarifies. "Most everyday computing—web browsing, word processing—won't benefit. Quantum computers supplement classical systems; they don't replace them."
What does Chen's clarification add to Kim's explanation?
That quantum computing is completely impossible
That quantum advantages are domain-specific, not universal
That drug discovery has no value
That classical computers don't exist
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the correct answer. Kim describes quantum potential broadly. Chen specifies advantages apply to "specific problem types"—not universal superiority but domain-specific benefits.
- Evidence: Chen: "Most everyday computing...won't benefit."
- Reasoning: Kim's excitement needs scope limits.
- Conclusion: Chen bounds quantum advantage to specific domains.
Choice A is incorrect because Chen accepts quantum potential exists. Choice C is incorrect because drug discovery is Kim's example of value. Choice D is incorrect because Chen contrasts quantum with classical.