PP1 (Shorter) Verbal Section 2 (Medium) Q6

This is an Inference Question, as indicated by the word "suggests". We have to choose options that we can reasonably claim to be true, based on the evidence in the passage, specifically about the skeleton programs. We can use the Previously Referenced strategy to conclude that "these skeleton programs" refer to the environmental studies programs.

The Right Answers

• B: The passage states that student growth in the skeleton programs will lead to "curricular incoherence". So, we have enough evidence to say that there could be curricular confusion.

• C: The passage states that "In the short term [this institutional strategy = creating environmental studies programs] can pay rich dividends". So, we can definitely say that this option is correct.

The Wrong Answer

A: This choice contradicts the logic. The passage states that the environmental studies programs can "attract new students" and "can be marketed to prospective students". So it would be incorrect to say that they may "fail to attract" new students.