PSAT Reading Question 470: Answer and Explanation

Question: 470

Which of the following would be the most effective solution (unmentioned by the author) to the major problem that the author argues Russia faces?

• A. More precise statistical study of demographic trends
• B. Changing the Russian attitude toward fatherhood
• C. Allowing increased immigration to Russia
• D. Convincing Russians of the value of childhood

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

(C) We are looking for two things here. First, we want a solution that would increase Russia's population. Second, we want something that was not considered in the passage. Hence, choice (C) is correct. Choices (B) and (D) were both mentioned by the author. Choice (A) wouldn't actually change the population at all.