Question

Read the statement carefully and choose the most logical inference. “Although artificial intelligence has significantly improved productivity across industries, concerns regarding algorithmic bias and data privacy continue to generate debate among policymakers.”

• A. Artificial intelligence has been universally accepted without criticism.
• B. Productivity gains eliminate concerns about privacy.
• C. Artificial intelligence offers advantages while simultaneously creating challenges.
• D. Policymakers oppose all technological innovation.

Hint:

In difficult inference questions, eliminate options containing absolute words such as always, never, only, completely, and universally unless directly supported by the passage.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: Inference questions require identifying the conclusion that is directly supported by the information provided. The correct answer must be based entirely on the passage and should avoid exaggeration or unsupported assumptions.

Step 1: Identify positive information. The passage states: \[ \text{AI has significantly improved productivity} \] This is a benefit.

Step 2: Identify negative information. The passage also states: \[ \text{Algorithmic bias} \] and \[ \text{Data privacy concerns} \] These represent challenges.

Step 3: Evaluate Option (A). The passage explicitly mentions debate and concerns. Therefore universal acceptance is incorrect.

Step 4: Evaluate Option (B). The passage never states that productivity eliminates privacy concerns. Hence this conclusion is unsupported.

Step 5: Evaluate Option (D). The statement does not claim that policymakers oppose all technology. This is an extreme interpretation. Hence it is incorrect.

Step 6: Evaluate Option (C). The passage clearly presents both benefits and challenges. Therefore: \[ \boxed{\text{AI offers advantages while simultaneously creating challenges}} \] is the most logical inference. \[ \boxed{\text{Option (C)}} \]