Directions: Read the given passage carefully to answer the following…
2025
Directions: Read the given passage carefully to answer the following questions.
In the bustling city of Melbourne, Australia, a new trend had been steadily rising: cloud kitchens. These kitchens were unique in that they had no traditional shopfronts or dining areas. Instead, they focused solely on preparing food for delivery. As Jane Lawson tapped the screen of her tablet, confirming the latest batch of orders, she couldn't help but marvel at how quickly her cloud kitchen business had taken off. With customers appreciating the convenience of home-delivered gourmet meals, her venture seemed destined for success.
However, navigating the regulatory landscape for cloud kitchens was no easy task. The rules in Australia were still evolving, making it an elusive target for owners who sought to be fully compliant. Jane had spent countless hours studying food safety regulations, zoning laws, and delivery logistics requirements. She knew that ensuring her business met all these standards was crucial, not only for the survival of her kitchen but also for the safety and satisfaction of her customers. One of the regulations that often tripped up new owners was related to food hygiene. The Australian Food Safety Standards required cloud kitchens, like traditional restaurants, to adhere to strict guidelines on food storage, preparation, and delivery. Jane had done her due ________ in this area, frequently conducting internal audits to make sure everything was spotless and up to code. She had also installed temperature-controlled storage units and invested in high-quality packaging to maintain the freshness of her dishes until they reached her customers' homes. Jane's efforts didn't stop there. She also had to navigate the complexities of zoning laws. Unlike traditional eateries, cloud kitchens often operated out of industrial spaces, which required different permits and zoning approvals. This added another layer of complexity to an already dense web of regulations. Jane sought the help of a local consultant who specialised in this area, ensuring that her business was operating within legal bounds. Despite the hurdles, Jane found the journey fulfilling. The cloud kitchen model offered her flexibility and the ability to reach a broader customer base without the overhead costs of a traditional restaurant. She could tap into the growing trend of online food delivery, leveraging technology to streamline operations and meet the demands of modern consumers. The cloud kitchen phenomenon was undoubtedly here to stay. For Jane and many other entrepreneurs, learning to navigate the elusive and ever-changing regulatory landscape remained a primary challenge. Yet, with diligence and a commitment to quality, Jane was confident that her business would not only survive but thrive in the competitive world of food delivery.
According to the passage, which of the following statements is incorrect?
A) Jane frequently conducted internal audits to ensure food hygiene.
B) Jane did not invest in high-quality packaging for her dishes.
C) Zoning laws add complexity to cloud kitchens.
Answer: B. Only B — In a "which statement is incorrect" reading-comprehension question, each answer choice makes a factual claim about the passage. A statement is incorrect only…
- A.
Only A
- B.
Only B
- C.
Only C
- D.
B and C
- E.
A and B
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Correct answer: B
In a "which statement is incorrect" reading-comprehension question, each answer choice makes a factual claim about the passage. A statement is incorrect only when the passage explicitly contradicts it -- not merely because the passage does not separately mention it. The task is to test every claim against the exact wording the passage uses, not against outside assumption.
Checking each statement against the passage's own wording:
Statement A (internal audits for hygiene): the passage says Jane was "frequently conducting internal audits to make sure everything was spotless and up to code" -- this matches Statement A, so it is true.
Statement B (did not invest in packaging): the passage says Jane "invested in high-quality packaging to maintain the freshness of her dishes" -- this is the direct opposite of Statement B's claim, so Statement B is false, i.e. incorrect.
Statement C (zoning laws add complexity): the passage says the zoning-permit requirements "added another layer of complexity to an already dense web of regulations" -- this matches Statement C, so it is true.
A second pass over the rest of the passage (the consultant she hired, the industrial-space permits, the temperature-controlled storage) turns up no further contradiction, confirming Statement B is the only statement the passage contradicts.
This rules out every option that leaves out B or folds in an extra, passage-supported statement:
"Only A" wrongly assumes the audits statement is false, when the passage confirms it.
"Only C" wrongly assumes the zoning statement is false, when the passage confirms it.
"B and C" is right about B but wrongly adds C, which the passage supports rather than contradicts.
"A and B" is right about B but wrongly adds A, which the passage supports rather than contradicts.
Only Statement B contradicts the passage, so "Only B" is the correct choice.