Read: "The two senators clashed over the budget, though both said they wanted to protect jobs." What can be inferred?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. They shared a goal but disagreed on the means
- Step 1: Both wanted to protect jobs, but they differed on how. Answer: They shared a goal but disagreed on the means. Why not the others: They disagreed about every goal, including jobs, They agreed on the budget but not on jobs and They both wished to lose their jobs in the Senate don't fit.
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