Based on the information above, Tata most likely believes that as a re

QUESTION

Based on the information above, Tata most likely believes that as a result of recent changes in India’s economy, a growing number of Indian consumers ________.

A) became even more cost-conscious than ever before
B) would be willing and able to spend 100,000 rupees on a car
C) would choose a vehicle with high fuel efficiency primarily because of concern about the natural environment
D) will eventually prefer models similar to those currently available in the United States and Europe
E) will place a higher value on car safety than fuel economy

ANSWER

Answer: B
Explanation: B) The changes to India’s economy produced a growing middle class and rising incomes. Tata responded to the new demand by producing a new car that sells for 100,000 rupees. Therefore, Tata must believe that a growing number of Indian consumers are willing and able to pay 100,000 rupees for a car, as Choice B indicates. Choice A goes against the discussion, and Indians have more money now. Choice C brings in concern for the environment, which is possible but not mentioned by the passage. Choice D speculates about the future, but the passage doesn’t. Choice E, if anything, goes against the passage because the Tata sounds like a fuel-efficient car but not necessarily a safe one.