A city council recently voted to implement a new public transit system that offers free rides during peak hours. The initiative aims to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution, despite concerns about funding and potential overcrowding. Proponents believe the long-term environmental and economic benefits will outweigh initial challenges.
A
The city council expects the new system to generate significant profit.
B
The city council prioritizes environmental benefits over immediate financial concerns.
C
The city council believes free transit will completely eliminate traffic congestion.
D
The city council plans to expand the free ride program to all hours of the day.
✓ Correct Answer: Option B
The passage states the initiative aims to reduce congestion and pollution 'despite concerns about funding.' This implies the council is willing to incur initial financial challenges for the environmental and economic benefits, indicating a prioritization of those benefits.
💡 Why is B) the correct answer?
The correct answer to the question "A city council recently voted to implement a new public transit system that offers free rides during peak hours. The initiative aims to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution, despite concerns about funding and potential overcrowding. Proponents believe the long-term environmental and economic benefits will outweigh initial challenges." is Option B: The city council prioritizes environmental benefits over immediate financial concerns..
The other options — A) The city council expects the new system to generate significant profit., C) The city council believes free transit will completely eliminate traffic congestion., D) The city council plans to expand the free ride program to all hours of the day. — are incorrect for this GED Exam Prep question. As explained above: The passage states the initiative aims to reduce congestion and pollution 'despite concerns about funding.' This implies the council is willing to incur initial financial challenges for the environme…
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