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What this question is testing
Objective: Reading Comprehension
Prompt focus: Read the passage and answer the question. Passage: Recycling reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills, conserves natural resources, and saves energy. Many communities now offer curbside recycling programs to make participation easy. However, recycling is most effective when residents sort…
Why the correct answer works
May be rejected, reducing the effectiveness of recycling
Correct. The passage explains that contaminated batches may be rejected, reducing recycling effectiveness.
Why the tempting wrong answer fails
Incorrect. The passage does not say contaminated batches produce more energy.
Plain-language takeaway
The passage states that contaminated batches may be rejected, which undermines the effectiveness of recycling efforts.
Simple analogy
Think of reading comprehension like following a short checklist: identify the clue, confirm the rule, and then make the move that fits this exact scenario.
How to review it before a retake
- Underline the command word and name what the question is asking before rereading the choices.
- Compare the correct answer against the closest distractor and write the exact detail that separates them.
- Retest this objective with a fresh question without looking at the rationale first.