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Set 3: Cross-Text Connections

Explanation

Answer: A

PASSAGE

Text 1 Globalization has connected the world economy. Goods are cheaper because they are manufactured in countries with lower labor costs. Text 2 This interconnectivity makes the global economy fragile. A supply chain disruption in one country can cause shortages and inflation worldwide, as seen during the pandemic.

Which choice best describes the vulnerability introduced by the system in Text 1, according to Text 2?

A. Systemic fragility due to interdependence.✓ Correct
B. High prices for goods.
C. Too many factories.
D. Lack of workers.

Detailed Explanation

Text 1: Connected/Cheaper. Text 2: Fragile/Disruption causes global shortage. Vulnerability: Interdependence.

Key Evidence:

• "interconnectivity makes ... fragile"

• "disruption ... causes shortages ... worldwide"

Why others are wrong: B (Text 1 says cheaper.), C (Not mentioned.), D (Not mentioned.).

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