The condition of the roads in the city has worsened significantly during the first two months of the monsoon, and many roads have developed large potholes.

Which of the following is a likely consequence of the above situation?

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The condition of the roads in the city has worsened significantly during the first two months of the monsoon, and many roads have developed large potholes.

Which of the following is a likely consequence of the above situation?

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**Solution:**

1. The passage states that the roads have deteriorated and developed large potholes during the monsoon.

2. Option (a) suggests that roads were repaired with good quality material before the monsoon, which contradicts the cause since potholes have still developed.

3. Option (b) logically follows as potholes can cause discomfort and injuries to commuters, especially spine-related issues due to bumpy rides.

4. Option (c) talks about careful contractor selection in the past, which does not directly relate to the current effect of potholes.

5. Option (d) mentions complaints about potholes, which is a general statement and not a direct effect.

Therefore, the most plausible effect of the potholes is option (b), where many people have developed spine-related injuries due to traveling on these damaged roads.

**Answer:** Option (b)

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