Question:
Based on the premise "By 250 b.c. , the city's population had grown to an impressive 100,000.", can we conclude that "The population had been steadily growing before this."? OPTIONS:
- yes
- it is not possible to tell
- no
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Answer:
it is not possible to tell

Question:
Based on the premise "Olives are preserved either in oil or brine, or simply take home a bottle of extra virgin olive oil both for cooking and to make delicious salad dressings.", can we conclude that "Extra virgin olive oil is commonly used for salad dressings."? OPTIONS:
- yes
- it is not possible to tell
- no
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Answer:
yes

Question:
Based on the premise "It was having to ask any kind of favor from this man.", can we conclude that "This man was not likely to grant many favors."? OPTIONS:
- yes
- it is not possible to tell
- no
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Answer:
it is not possible to tell