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Researchers analyzing tea production and trade in Azerbaijan concluded that the country relies primarily on foreign sources to meet its domestic tea consumption needs, despite having a local tea-growing industry.
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Which choice most effectively uses data from the graph to support the researchers' conclusion?
In 2012, 2018, and 2024, Azerbaijan imported substantially more tea than it grew locally or exported, suggesting that locally consumed tea is primarily imported tea rather than Azerbaijani tea.
A
In 2012, the volume of exported tea exceeded the volume of locally grown tea, suggesting that Azerbaijani tea sold outside of Azerbaijan must contain tea sourced from other countries.
B
In 2012 and 2018, all or most tea grown in Azerbaijan was exported, suggesting that Azerbaijani consumers had to consume imported tea instead.
C
The volume of locally grown tea and the volume of imported tea were both substantially greater in 2024 than in 2012, suggesting a rapid rise in the popularity of tea among Azerbaijanis.
D