Comprehensionhard · Past Paper
'The software update fixed three bugs but introduced five new ones.' What is the overall effect of the update?
AThe software is now perfect.
BThe software has more problems than before the update.
CThe developers are very fast.
DUsers should update immediately.
✓ Correct Answer: B — The software has more problems than before the update.
A net increase in bugs (3 fixed - 5 new = -2) means the software's quality has declined.
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