Question

From 1980 to 1989, total consumption of fish in the country of Jurania increased by 4.5 percent, and total consumption of poultry products there increased by 9.0 percent. During the same period, the population of Jurania increased by 6 percent, in part due to immigration to Jurania from other countries in the region.If the statements above are true, which of the following must also be true on the basis of them?

A.During the 1980’s in Jurania, profits of wholesale distributors of poultry products increased at a greater rate than did profits of wholesale distributors of fish.
B.For people who immigrated to Jurania during the 1980’s, fish was less likely to be a major part of their diet than was poultry.
C.In 1989 Juranians consumed twice as much poultry as fish.

Answer 1

A.During the 1980’s in Jurania, profits of wholesale distributors of poultry products increased at a greater rate than did profits of wholesale distributors of fish.

Step-by-step explanation:

A.During the 1980’s in Jurania, profits of wholesale distributors of poultry products increased at a greater rate than did profits of wholesale distributors of fish.

B is not a good choice because it may not be a fact.

C is not even correct because it tells about the year 89 but the above discussion is from 80-89