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Question 21 of 34

CAT

Reading Comprehension

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a rise in pollution levels and congestion in the new locations

high staff losses, as people may not be prepared to move to smaller towns

the difficulty of attracting talented, well-skilled people in more remote areas

increased avenues of corruption away from the capital city

✅ Correct Option: 1

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