Question

Which of the following best describes the relationship between the two passages?

• A. Passage $1$ offers a hypothesis that is explicitly refuted in Passage $2$
• B. Passage $1$ describes a popular misconception that is exemplified by Passage $2$
• C. Passage $2$ presents an argument that elaborates on a point made in Passage $1$
• D. Passage $2$ defends a position that is attacked in Passage $1$
• E. Passage $2$ provides an anecdote that confirms the theory advanced in Passage $1$

Answer 1

The correct option is C Passage $2$ presents an argument that elaborates on a point made in Passage $1$

After a careful reading of both the passages, we can conclude that while passage 1 states that it is so difficult to calculate the carrying capacity of Earth for humans that it is better not to attempt it; passage 2 elaborates on this same topic. Thus the answer to the given question is C.