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ACCUPLACER Reading questions often ask you to infer a reasonable conclusion that is not directly stated but is strongly supported by evidence in the text. Here, the passage notes two facts: (1) “critics worry about long-term upkeep” and (2) “harvest festivals and shared composting days have increased neighborhood interaction.” The contrastive “while” signals that, despite the concerns, something positive is happening. Choice C accurately synthesizes both ideas, asserting that social benefits exist even in the presence of concerns. Choice A is unsupported—there is no mention of a city decision or finances. Choice B contradicts the evidence; the gardens are active enough to host events. Choice D introduces a new claim—replacing parks—that the text never implies. On the Reading Test, look for signal words (e.g., “while,” “however,” “although”) to trace relationships among ideas, and base your inference on multiple statements rather than a single detail. Eliminating answers that add outside assumptions or overstate claims is a key strategy aligned with ACCUPLACER objectives.