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Answer: ASet 1: Cross-Text Connections
Explanation
PASSAGE
Text 1 Teamwork is essential for success. When people work together, they can solve problems faster than one person working alone. Text 2 Working in a team can be difficult. Sometimes, members disagree on what to do, which can slow down the project.
Which statement best synthesizes the two texts?
A. Teamwork has benefits like speed, but also challenges like disagreement.✓ Correct
B. Working alone is always better than teamwork.
C. Teams never solve problems.
D. Projects are never finished.
Detailed Explanation
Text 1: Pro (Faster). Text 2: Con (Disagree/Slow). Synthesis: Benefits + Challenges.
Key Evidence:
• "solve problems faster"
• "can slow down"
Why others are wrong: B (Text 1 says teamwork is faster.), C (Text 1 says they do.), D (Irrelevant.).