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His weight loss diet included rice but excluded meat, as the
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ANS: rice was conducive to the weight loss goal.

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Nelson asked Kyle if he could be his royal painter because
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ANS: Nelson wants a sponsor.

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Mary had less money left over than Lindsey because
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ANS: Lindsey had followed their budget more closely.

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Natalie's studies require much more studying than Cynthia, so
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Cynthia had an easier time in school.