Question

Data in the graph about per pound coffee profits in Tanzania most strongly support which of the following statements?

• A. Fair trade coffee consistently earned greater profits than regular coffee earned.
• B. The profits earned from regular coffee did not fluctuate.
• C. Fair trade coffee profits increased between 2004 and 2006.
• D. Fair trade and regular coffee were earning equal profits by 2008.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Fair trade coffee consistently earned greater profits than regular coffee earned.

This question requires a careful study of the given graph. If you take a look at the graph then the most stable line, the one that is between 120 - 140 on the amount scale refers to the fair trade coffee profits in Tanzania between the years 2000-2008 as compared to regular coffee which rises and falls anywhere between 20-80 in the same time period. This is the first conclusion that the reader comes across. So, option A is the answer.