Q40. (I) The global rise of cloud kitchens has had little to no impact on auxiliary sectors such as food supply chains and packag…

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Question

Q40.

Which of the following statements is/are factually INCORRECT based on the passage?

(I) The global rise of cloud kitchens has had little to no impact on auxiliary sectors such as food supply chains and packaging.

(II) In the US, cloud kitchens are projected to contribute nearly 27 billion to the economy by the year 2027 alone.

(III) One key reason behind the proliferation of cloud kitchens is the substantial reduction in fixed operational costs.

  1. A. Only (I)
  2. B. Both (I) and (II) (Correct answer)
  3. C. Only (III)
  4. D. Both (I) and (III)
  5. E. All (I), (II), and (III)

Correct Answer

Option B — Both (I) and (II)

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Both (I) and (II).

Key Points

  • I: Passage states cloud kitchens boost packaging and supply chains — INCORRECT statement.
  • II: Passage says $27 billion between 2027 and 2032 (5 years), not by 2027 alone — INCORRECT statement.
  • III: Cost reduction is a key reason per passage — correct statement.

Topics covered: IBPS PO Prelims 2025 Memory Based English Language Reading Comprehension