The best way to describe the plausible future is:
A. What is likely to occur if things continue as they are and no changes are made
B. What can occur if some changes are made in the current state of affairs
C. What is likely to occur when specific ef-forts are made to accomplish goals
D. What we would like to see happen
ANS: C
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A Incorrect because this is not the plausible future.
B Incorrect because this is not the plausible future.
C Correct because this is what the plausible future is.
D Incorrect because this is not the plausible future.
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