Problem: Jakarta lies on a low, flat alluvial plain with historically extensive swampy areas; the parts of the city farther inland are slightly higher.

Based on that paragraph can we say the following?
The parts of Jakarta away from the coast are on slightly higher land.
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Answer: yes

Problem: The industrial espionage case involving GM and VW began with the hiring of Jos Ignacio Lopez, an employee of GM subsidiary Adam Opel, by VW as production director.

Based on that paragraph can we say the following?
There was an industrial espionage case involving GM and VW.
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Answer: yes

Problem: Sources in Tegucigalpa reported that many Latin American countries are gearing up to face Hurricane "Mitch".

Based on that paragraph can we say the following?
South American countries are preparing for "Mitch"
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Answer: yes

Problem: Iscor, the South African iron and steel manufacturer, has announced plans to develop a steel mini-mill at Saldanha Bay on the country's west coast in partnership with the state-run industrial development Corporation.

Based on that paragraph can we say the following?
The South African steel manufacturer Iscor plans to develop a mini-mill.
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Answer:
yes