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Set 1: Command of Evidence

Explanation

Answer: C

PASSAGE

Data/Graph for question

Urbanization is a global trend, but the rate varies by region. The line graph illustrates the percentage of the total population living in urban areas in the fictional country of Utophia from 1980 to 2020.

Based on the graph, which of the following statements is accurate?

A. The urban population percentage remained constant between 2000 and 2010.
B. In 1980, more than 50% of the population lived in urban areas.
C. The percentage of the population living in urban areas increased continuously from 1980 to 2020.✓ Correct
D. The sharpest increase in urbanization occurred between 1990 and 2000.

Detailed Explanation

The line in the graph shows a steady upward trend without any flat or decreasing sections from 1980 through 2020, indicating a continuous increase in the urban population percentage.

Why others are wrong: A (The line continues to rise between 2000 and 2010; it is not flat.), B (In 1980, the data point is at 40%, which is less than 50%.), D (The slope appears relatively consistent; the graph does not show a significantly sharper increase in that specific decade compared to others.).

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