PSAT Reading Question 577: Answer and Explanation

Question: 577

What is the purpose of the passage?

• A. To analyze a phenomenon
• B. To argue against conventional wisdom
• C. To justify a decision
• D. To describe a historical event

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

(A) Eliminating the incorrect choices is probably easier than finding the correct answer immediately. Choice (B) can be eliminated since the passage makes no argument at all. Choice (C) can be eliminated since no decision was made. Choice (D) can be eliminated since this passage has nothing to do with history. Choice (A) is what remains, and it is our correct answer. The passage's purpose is to analyze the phenomenon of rapid package delivery and the logistics behind that process.