Question ID:PT21 S2 Q8 Passage:In the past, the railroads in Ostronia were run as regional monopolies and operated with little regard for what customers wanted. In recent years, with improvements to the Ostronian national highway network, the railroad companies have faced heavy competition from long-distance trucking companies. But because of government subsidies that have permitted Ostronain railroad companies to operate even while incurring substantial losses, the companies continue to disregard customers’ needs and desires. Stem:If the statements above are true, which one of the following must also be true on the basis of them? Correct Answer Choice:EChoice A:If the government of Ostronia ceases to subsidize railroad companies, few of those companies will continue to operate. Choice B:Few companies in Ostronia that have received subsidies from the government have taken the needs and desires of their customers into account. Choice C:Without government subsidies, railroad companies in Ostronia would have to increase the prices they charge their customers. Choice D:The transportation system in Ostronia is no more efficient today than in was in the past. Choice E:In recent years, some companies in Ostronia that have had little regard for the desires of their customers have nonetheless survived.