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Based on the premise "Today, a small fleet of sponge fishermen still sets sail every summer, although the crop remains in decline.", can we conclude that "Sponge production is declining."?
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yes

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Based on the premise "In that respect, a broader performance and accountability reporting model is needed and should include not just financial statements but also performance and other information necessary to better assess institutional value and risk.", can we conclude that "Despite our advice, the reporting model will not become any broader."?
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it is not possible to tell

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Based on the premise "As we have reported, the United States faces a demographic tidal wave in the future that poses significant challenges for Social Security, Medicare, and our economy as a whole.", can we conclude that "Upcoming shifts in demographics will chance the face of the SS, Medicare, and the economy."?
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yes