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A parks department employee observes that in a specific park, the grass in sections A, B, and C is yellowing. The employee also notes that the sprinkler heads in these three sections appear to be clogged. The sprinkler heads in the rest of the park, where the grass is green, are clear. Which of the following is the most reasonable *inductive* conclusion?

The entire park will have yellowing grass within a week. The grass is yellowing because of a lack of sunlight. The yellowing grass is likely being caused by a lack of water due to clogged sprinklers. All sprinklers in city parks are prone to clogging.

Correct Answer:

The yellowing grass is likely being caused by a lack of water due to clogged sprinklers.

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