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Paragraph comprehension · Difficulty 1

Try this ASVAB-style question.

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Question

The library moved frequently requested manuals to shelves near the service desk. Staff then spent less time walking to retrieve them, and customers received help more quickly. Rarely used manuals remained in the main stacks. What is the main idea of the passage?

  1. To show how a small layout change improved service.
  2. Reorganizing manuals improved service efficiency.
  3. Frequently requested manuals were placed near the desk.
  4. Shelf location can affect response time.
Reveal answer and explanation

Reorganizing manuals improved service efficiency.

The passage supports this answer: reorganizing manuals improved service efficiency..