|Question 8Verbal

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High-speed rail systems-in which trains can move at great speeds-are expanding in many countries because high-speed rail can reduce the number of automobiles on the road and ultimately conserve energy. In Austria, for instance, 254 kilometers of high-speed rail lines are in operation as of 2023, and 231 kilometers are under construction.
Based on the text, why might Austria be expanding its high-speed rail system?
Residents of Austria demand that high-speed rail be expanded despite the cost of doing so.
A
High-speed rail systems in Austria are currently viewed more favorably than they have been in the past.
B
The current high-speed rail systems in Austria are getting older and need improvements.
C
High-speed rail systems are a more energy-efficient choice for residents of Austria than automobile use is.
D