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Converting a vehicle from running on petrol to running on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is relatively inexpensive. A vehicle that has been converted in such a way is also friendly to the environment. Nevertheless, only a few people choose to convert their vehicles so that they run on LPG.
All of the following resolve the seeming discrepancy above EXCEPT
A. Few gas stations sell LPG.
B. Converted cars tend to break down more often.
C. Only cars that were manufactured after 1995 and whose motors are relatively compact can undergo such conversion.
D. LPG is cheaper than regular gasoline.
E. The maintenance of converted vehicles is more expensive.
All of the following resolve the seeming discrepancy above EXCEPT
A. Few gas stations sell LPG.
B. Converted cars tend to break down more often.
C. Only cars that were manufactured after 1995 and whose motors are relatively compact can undergo such conversion.
D. LPG is cheaper than regular gasoline.
E. The maintenance of converted vehicles is more expensive.
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Converting a vehicle running on petrol to LPG is relatively inexpensive and good for env and yet only a few people convert.
Look for reasons why they don't do it
A. Few gas stations sell LPG. Makes sense, they don't have much access to LPG
B. Converted cars tend to break down more often. Ok, the conversion is relatively inexpensive but maintenance is high owing to frequent break downs - gives a reason why people are not converting
C. Only cars that were manufactured after 1995 and whose motors are relatively compact can undergo such conversion. Not every car can be converted - gives a reason why people are not converting
D. LPG is cheaper than regular gasoline. This doesn't explain why they are not converting. In fact, given this reason, they should be motivated to convert
E. The maintenance of converted vehicles is more expensive. Ok, the conversion is relatively inexpensive but maintenance is high which gives a reason why people are not converting
Look for reasons why they don't do it
A. Few gas stations sell LPG. Makes sense, they don't have much access to LPG
B. Converted cars tend to break down more often. Ok, the conversion is relatively inexpensive but maintenance is high owing to frequent break downs - gives a reason why people are not converting
C. Only cars that were manufactured after 1995 and whose motors are relatively compact can undergo such conversion. Not every car can be converted - gives a reason why people are not converting
D. LPG is cheaper than regular gasoline. This doesn't explain why they are not converting. In fact, given this reason, they should be motivated to convert
E. The maintenance of converted vehicles is more expensive. Ok, the conversion is relatively inexpensive but maintenance is high which gives a reason why people are not converting
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Correct Answer: D. LPG is cheaper than regular gasoline.
Explanation:
Why D is the correct answer:
This statement does not resolve the discrepancy. If LPG is cheaper than regular gasoline, it would likely encourage more people to convert their vehicles to run on LPG, rather than discourage them. Therefore, it does not explain why only a few people choose to convert their vehicles.
Reasons for Eliminating Other Options:
A. Few gas stations sell LPG.
This explains a practical barrier to conversion. If there are not many gas stations that sell LPG, it would make it inconvenient for drivers to refuel their converted vehicles, thus discouraging conversion.
B. Converted cars tend to break down more often.
This suggests a reliability issue with converted vehicles. If converted cars are prone to breakdowns, potential converters may be deterred from making the switch, thus explaining the low conversion rate.
C. Only cars that were manufactured after 1995 and whose motors are relatively compact can undergo such conversion.
This highlights a limitation on which vehicles can be converted. If only a specific subset of vehicles can be converted, it would naturally lead to fewer conversions, thus addressing the discrepancy.
E. The maintenance of converted vehicles is more expensive.
This indicates that the ongoing costs associated with maintaining a converted vehicle are higher. Higher maintenance costs would discourage people from converting their vehicles, thus explaining the low conversion rate.
Explanation:
Why D is the correct answer:
This statement does not resolve the discrepancy. If LPG is cheaper than regular gasoline, it would likely encourage more people to convert their vehicles to run on LPG, rather than discourage them. Therefore, it does not explain why only a few people choose to convert their vehicles.
Reasons for Eliminating Other Options:
A. Few gas stations sell LPG.
This explains a practical barrier to conversion. If there are not many gas stations that sell LPG, it would make it inconvenient for drivers to refuel their converted vehicles, thus discouraging conversion.
B. Converted cars tend to break down more often.
This suggests a reliability issue with converted vehicles. If converted cars are prone to breakdowns, potential converters may be deterred from making the switch, thus explaining the low conversion rate.
C. Only cars that were manufactured after 1995 and whose motors are relatively compact can undergo such conversion.
This highlights a limitation on which vehicles can be converted. If only a specific subset of vehicles can be converted, it would naturally lead to fewer conversions, thus addressing the discrepancy.
E. The maintenance of converted vehicles is more expensive.
This indicates that the ongoing costs associated with maintaining a converted vehicle are higher. Higher maintenance costs would discourage people from converting their vehicles, thus explaining the low conversion rate.
