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Texas is experiencing what meteorologists describe as a heat dome, a weather phenomenon in which stationary high-pressure air and warmer than average air from the Gulf of Mexico combine. While the sun is directly over Texas, this heat dome can cause temperatures in excess of 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Officials warn that it is not safe for Texans to spend time outside with the heat dome causing excessive heat. They also urge Texans to be mindful of how they use electricity during the heat, as the power grid is not equipped to handle temperatures this extreme.
Text 2
Heat waves in South Asia are having a strong impact on India, a country whose people have long struggled with summer temperatures. Weather specialists warn that temperatures at or above 42 degrees Celsius (107.6 degrees Fahrenheit) are dangerous for humans. Recent temperatures in some parts of India have reached 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit). This has prompted the country to shorten working hours, but many residents point out that the fans they have at home are not enough to combat the heat.
Question
Based on the texts, what might the author of Text 1 infer about the long term effects of excessive heat in Texas after reading Text 2?
Responses
A That the Texas power grid is stable enough to keep Texans safe even if temperatures continue to increase.That the Texas power grid is stable enough to keep Texans safe even if temperatures continue to increase.
B That residents in India are less familiar with how to combat the heat and Texans will not see the same effects.That residents in India are less familiar with how to combat the heat and Texans will not see the same effects.
C That the heat dome may force businesses to close early and industries that work outside to limit working hours.That the heat dome may force businesses to close early and industries that work outside to limit working hours.
D That residents in Texas are not in danger when they go outside because temperatures are not high enough to pose a risk.
