Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered...

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5.

        The traditional “take – make – dispose” model has dominated global production for decades, but it is increasingly unsustainable. The circular economy offers an alternative by designing products that can be reused, repaired, or recycled. (1) _______. This approach not only reduces waste but also helps conserve valuable natural resources. Governments and companies are beginning to recognize the benefits of such systems, investing in new technologies and business models. (2) _______. Instead, the focus remains on how materials can circulate within the economy for as long as possible. (3) _______. For example, when electronics are collected and refurbished, they extend their lifespan and reduce the demand for raw minerals. (4) _______. In contrast, if societies continue to rely on linear consumption, the pressure on ecosystems will only intensify. (5) _______. By shifting toward circularity, communities can build resilience, create jobs, and move closer to a sustainable future.

(Adapted from World Economic Forum, “The Importance of a Circular Economy”)

Question 1.  A. Multiple organizations have reorganized their operational chains to limit waste, producing items that survive longer and are less complicated to mend

B. Numerous companies have restructured their production systems to minimize refuse, developing goods that endure longer and are simpler to restore

C. Various enterprises have reconfigured their distribution networks to decrease waste, generating products that persist longer and are more straightforward to fix

D. Many firms have redesigned their supply chains to reduce waste, creating products that last longer and are easier to repair