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The sentences given below, when properly sequenced, form a coherent paragraph. Each sentence is labelled with a number. Decide on the most logical order and enter the sequence of numbers in the space provided, for e.g., 1234.

  1. In the past, companies with international aspirations simply familiarised themselves with any differences in the legal system or in the procedures used in the day-to-day business of import and export.
  2. Modern trade, however, demands more from companies.
  3. Today, the company seeking international success must also understand the people who live and work in countries they deal with, how they think, behave and do business.
  4. To succeed in today's global market place, it is essential to learn as much as possible about the conditions in overseas markets.

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Solution

Correct Answer: 4123

The passage talks about evolving requirements for international business success.

Link A (1 → 2): "However" in sentence 2 creates contrast with "In the past" from sentence 1.

Link B (2 → 3): "Today" in sentence 3 continues the modern perspective introduced by "Modern trade" in sentence 2.


Introduction: Sentence 4 is the introducing sentence because it establishes the general topic of global marketplace success.

Conclusion: Sentence 3 is the concluding sentence because it specifies current requirements for international business.


Assembling: General topic introduction, then historical context, contrast with modern needs, specific current requirements.

Hence the correct order is 4123

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