Question:
Several alternative design solutions can be considered during this phase, leading up to the selection of a single preferred approach.

Does it follow that "It is like a competition where several choices are offered and then assessed to see which is best."?
Answer:
it is not possible to tell

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The team now faces China, which crushed defending champion Norway 5-0.

Does it follow that "The team is now going to play China."?
Answer:
yes

Question:
They have too many hours to bill.

Does it follow that "They were very busy but they had many hours to bill."?
Answer:
it is not possible to tell

Question:
I dropped my hat from the balcony, explained Poirot simply.

Does it follow that "Poirot explained that he dropped his hat from the balcony."?
Answer:
yes