Question 27 : Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2? A. Cadmium levels in both crop types were abov...

Question 27: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?

A. Cadmium levels in both crop types were above the acceptable limits, leading to immediate and severe health risks.

B. Both crop types remained within safe limits for cadmium, yet its slow build-up in the body could lead to prolonged health risks.

C. Despite the cadmium levels exceeding the regulatory limits in both crops, they do not accumulate in the body or pose any health threats.

D. Even though cadmium was found at lower levels in both types of crops, it accumulates rapidly in the body, presenting short-term health risks.