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Question : Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A. The olive tree grows slowly yet lives a long time.
B. The normal lifespan of an olive tree is 300-400 years, but olive trees as ancient as 3000 years have been discovered.
C. The olive is a well-known Mediterranean-native evergreen tree whose fruit and oil are used in cuisine and cooking.
D. As a result, the olive tree is known as the 'immortal tree' in mythology and botany.

Option 1: CDAB

Option 2: CABD

Option 3: DBCA

Option 4: ABCD


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: CABD


Solution : The correct answer is the second option.

Sentence (C) introduces the olive tree and its significance in Mediterranean cuisine. The sentence (A) provides information about the growth and lifespan of the olive tree. Sentence (B) discusses the typical lifespan of an olive tree and highlights the discovery of exceptionally ancient olive trees. Sentence (D) concludes by explaining the significance of the olive tree's longevity, earning it the nickname 'immortal tree' in mythology and botany.

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