The sentences given below, when properly sequenced, form a coherent paragraph. Each sentence is labelled with a number. Decide on the most logical order and enter the sequence of numbers in the space provided. Only numbers are to be entered in the space provided for the answer, and no other letters or characters should be entered. For example, a response such as 3412 or 25143 is valid, and a response such as 3412. or 25143. is invalid.
1. A sub-par monsoon cuts farm yields, output, and farm incomes, increasing the country's dependence on food imports.
2. A robust monsoon will help put a lid on food inflation by increasing domestic output of a variety of goods and commodities.
3. This is because half the Indian population depends upon farm-derived income.
4. The June-to-September rain-bearing system is often called the lifeblood of the country's economy.
5. Unfortunately, however, nearly 40% of India's net sown area does not have access to irrigation.
Correct Answer: 43512
A quick read of the sentences tells us that the passage is about the important role that monsoons play in the Indian economy, especially their impact on the agro-based industries and food inflation.
Statement 4 introduces monsoons and their importance in India; it is, therefore, a good opening sentence. While statement 4 introduces monsoons as the lifeblood of the country's economy, statement 3 explains why. So, it should logically follow statement 4. Statement 5 adds a context for why rainfall is so critical, Statement 1 then describes the negative impact of a poor monsoon; Finally, Statement 2 highlights a positive solution, and serves as a reasonable conclusion to the passage .
The correct logical order is therefore 43512.
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