The recent environmental report highlighted the challenges faced by farmers in Southern Africa, where the presence of lions has become a significant threat to livestock. Despite their majestic nature, these predators are increasingly seen as a nuisance by local ranchers. This situation illustrates that______Which one of the following most logically completes the paragraph?

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the conservation of wildlife can conflict with agricultural interests

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lions should be relocated to safer areas away from farms

environmental reports often exaggerate the impact of wildlife

farmers should be compensated for losses caused by wildlife

it is essential to protect all wildlife regardless of human concerns

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The paragraph discusses the conflict between wildlife conservation and agricultural interests, specifically highlighting how lions, while majestic, pose a threat to livestock and are viewed as a nuisance by ranchers. The most logical completion is that 'the conservation of…

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PriteshMar 7, 2025

Can someone explain it other way?

KushalApr 30, 2025

taking my GMAT next month, this helps!

shanaJul 6, 2024

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What this question tests

What it tests

Whether you can complete the last sentence of an argument in a way that is logically consistent with it.

Common trap

Choosing an option that sounds plausible but contradicts the argument or introduces new information.