153. According to the author, what has been a significant factor in making electric vehicles more accessible to consumers?
(A)Reduction in battery costs.
(B)Improved charging infrastructure.
(C)Increased battery capacity.
(D)Aesthetic improvements.

149. Which category of passenger uses the West Coast Main Line high-speed railway for traveling between cities to attend academic seminars or workshops? (A)Tourists looking to explore different cities. (B)Athletes participating in sporting events across different cities. (C)Diplomats traveling to attend high-level international meetings. (D)Graduates and postgraduates with a research interest or academic background.

150. Which category of passenger lives in one city but works in another and regularly uses the high-speed railway to commute between the two cities for work-related purposes, such as attending meetings, supervising projects, or consulting with clients? (A)Professionals in various industries, such as finance, consulting, or technology. (B)Scientists working in research laboratories across different cities. (C)Entrepreneurs running multinational companies across different countries. (D)Individuals working in the hospitality and tourism industry.

151. Which of the following is the primary service offered by the Las Vegas start-up mentioned in the ad? (A)Providing eco-friendly transportation for corporate events. (B)Offering comprehensive event planning services for corporate clients. (C)Providing tips for hosting corporate events that generate minimal waste and are environmentally responsible. (D)Supplying rental equipment and decor for corporate events.

152. What is the main idea of the ad for the Las Vegas start-up? (A)Corporate events are expensive and wasteful. (B)Hosting sustainable and environmentally friendly events is important. (C)The Las Vegas start-up offers a variety of event planning services. (D)Corporate events have a negative impact on the environment and should be avoided.

154. What is the author's overall attitude to EVs? (A)The author is indifferent to EVs and sees no significant benefits in buying one now. (B)The author has a positive attitude towards EVs, believing that we should embrace the EV Revolution. (C)The author is suspicious about the advancements in EV technology and questions their true value. (D)The author is concerned about the charging infrastructure, implying that it may not be the right time to purchase an EV.

155. Which city has the lowest levels of air pollution from traffic and industrial sources? (A) London. (B) Wellington. (C) Jakarta. (D) Taipei.

156. Which city has the most limited options for public transportation? (A) London. (B) Wellington. (C) Jakarta. (D) Taipei.

157. Which city has the most well-developed infrastructure and safety measures for cycling and walking? (A) London. (B) Wellington. (C) Jakarta. (D) Taipei.

158. What is Paula's plan according to the conversation? (A)To quit her job as a sales manager at DICC and focus on being a YouTuber. (B)To start a new job at a yoga studio. (C)To pursue a career as a chef. (D)To become a full-time writer.

159. What is Nancy's response to Paula's plan? (A)She supports Paula's decision to become a YouTuber. (B)She thinks being a YouTuber is a stable career. (C)She doesn't think it's a good idea for Paula to become a YouTuber. (D)None of the above.