181.According to the passage, what inputs are food manufacturers and farmers facing higher prices for?
(A)Research and development costs.
(B)Advertising and marketing expenses.
(C)Packaging and labeling materials.
(D)Raw materials, equipment, and agricultural supplies.

177.If the VERY Frozen Foods Company decides to pay the invoice after two weeks, including the 3% monthly interest charge, what would be the total amount they need to remit? (A)$25,329. (B)$24,700. (C)$25,235. (D)$25,670.

178.According to the email, which item in the invoice incurred an overcharge due to an incorrect unit price? (A)Office Chairs. (B)Conference Tables. (C)Laser Printers. (D)Computer Monitors.

179.What action does VERY Frozen Foods Company request regarding the damaged Conference Tables? (A)Refund for the damaged tables. (B)Replacement of the damaged tables. (C)Return of the damaged tables for repair. (D)Additional compensation for the damaged tables.

180.How much does VERY Frozen Foods Company request to be adjusted for the incorrect unit price of the Laser Printers? (A)$200. (B)$400. (C)$500. (D)$600.

182.According to the passage, who bears the brunt of the increased costs in the food supply chain? (A)Consumers. (B)Food manufacturers. (C)Farmers. (D)Government regulators.

183.According to the email, how do the rising costs of energy, transport, and labor impact the accessibility of essential nutrition for individuals and families in Manchester? (A)By improving agricultural practices and reducing food waste. (B)By increasing local food production and reducing reliance on imports. (C)By straining household budgets and making it harder to afford nutritious food. (D)By implementing price controls and government subsidies to lower food prices.

184.In what ways can the local government of Manchester provide temporary relief to individuals and families affected by high food prices? (A)By investing in research and development to improve agricultural productivity. (B)By encouraging citizens to grow their own food and practice self-sufficiency. (C)By increasing regulations on food manufacturers to lower prices. (D)By implementing short-term measures like food assistance programs.

185.How can comprehensive strategies developed by the local government effectively mitigate the factors leading to high food prices in Manchester? (A)By imposing strict regulations on food manufacturers to control pricing. (B)By promoting energy efficiency and investing in sustainable transportation. (C)By reducing labor costs through automation and outsourcing. (D)By increasing taxes on food imports to protect local agriculture.

186.According to the table, which statement does NOT accurately describe aspects of tourism in New Zealand? (A)Adventure tourism is one of the strengths of New Zealand. (B)Thermal spas are a popular tourist activity in New Zealand. (C)New Zealand is renowned for its historic sites in the city of Adelaide. (D)Opportunities in New Zealand's tourism include an increase in the remote "workcation" trend.

187.Based on the table, which of the following statements does NOT correctly represent aspects of tourism in South Australia? (A)South Australia is known for its adventure tourism. (B)Unique wildlife is considered a strength of South Australia's tourism sector. (C)Wine tasting is a popular tourist activity in South Australia. (D)A potential threat to South Australia's tourism is climate change and related weather events.