easy · GRE Verbal Reasoning
Two years ago, the Fenwick Public Library eliminated all fines for overdue books. Librarians predicted that, without the threat of fines, patrons would keep books past their due dates far more often. Yet in the year after fines were eliminated, the share of books returned on time actually increased.
Which of the following, if true, best resolves the apparent paradox described above?
- The total number of patrons registered with the library remained steady after the fines ended.
- Many library systems in nearby counties have also recently eliminated fines for overdue books.
- Fines had previously generated only a small fraction of the library's total annual budget.
- Books that are returned late are typically checked out again by other patrons within weeks.
- Along with ending fines, the library began sending automatic reminders before each due date.
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