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Set 5: Central Ideas

Explanation

Answer: B

PASSAGE

The following text discusses the digital divide. The "digital divide" refers to the gap between those who have easy access to computers and the internet and those who do not. This gap can lead to unequal opportunities in education and employment. As the world becomes increasingly digital, bridging this divide is considered essential for ensuring social and economic equality.

Why is bridging the digital divide considered important?

A. To ensure everyone watches the same movies
B. To ensure equal opportunities in education and jobs✓ Correct
C. To increase the profits of internet companies
D. To stop people from reading books

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is correct. The text links the gap to 'unequal opportunities' and states bridging it is essential for 'ensuring social and economic equality.'

Key Evidence:

• "unequal opportunities in education and employment"

• "essential for ensuring social and economic equality"

Why others are wrong: A (Irrelevant), C (Not mentioned), D (Not mentioned).