PSAT Reading Question 492: Answer and Explanation

Question: 492

When taken together, these two passages present a solid overview of caffeinated stimulation's

• A. origins and history.
• B. benefits and pitfalls.
• C. causes and effects.
• D. evolution and devolution.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

(C) Passage 1 primarily examines how caffeine stimulation works in the body. Passage 2 argues that although caffeine isn't deadly, it can have many negative side effects in certain groups of people. Therefore, the correct answer is choice (C). Choice (A) is wrong because although Passage 1 does touch on the origins of caffeine, it doesn't discuss the history. Choice (B) is wrong because Passage 1 talks about how caffeine works rather than its benefits. Choice (D) is incorrect because neither passage discusses the evolution of caffeine stimulation.