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Based on the premise "However, competitive pressures caused many organizations to approach staff downsizing without adequate planning.", can we conclude that "In a race to beat competitors many companies downsized their organizations without thinking about the consequences of their actions. "? OPTIONS:
- yes
- it is not possible to tell
- no
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Answer:
it is not possible to tell

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Based on the premise "Much of that culture was inspired by the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism and its sense of discipline and self-control, its austere philosophy of art and life.", can we conclude that "The Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism was not an important factor in the forming of that culture."? OPTIONS:
- yes
- it is not possible to tell
- no
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Answer:
no

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Based on the premise "With the exception of ocean liners and picturesque fishing boats, Funchal remains a working port (handling containerized freight) and home to a small oil terminal.", can we conclude that " Funchal remains a working port, with fishing boats and commercial vessels."? OPTIONS:
- yes
- it is not possible to tell
- no
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Answer:
yes