Experts in political science have observed that when faced with significant public discontent, governments often resort to populist measures to appease the populace by conceding to their demands. Given that there is growing public discontent regarding the proposed economic reform, it is anticipated that the government will manage the situation using this established approach.

Which of the following statements can be inferred from the passage?

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The proposed economic reform is likely to be beneficial for the country.

The government is expected to implement the proposed economic reform despite public discontent.

The government only reacts when there is significant public discontent.

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The government is unable to persuade the public about the advantages of the proposed economic reform.

The public's opinion on the economic reform aligns with the best interests of the country.

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The passage states that governments resort to populist measures when there is public discontent, indicating that they respond to such situations. The phrase 'when faced with significant public discontent'…

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What this question tests

What it tests

Whether you can draw a conclusion that must follow from the stated facts.

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Choosing an option that could be true or is likely true — inference answers must be guaranteed by the passage.