Solving World Hunger Is Just A Matter of Logistics

What is the primary way that Copia utilizes technology to reduce food waste?

• A) Copia uses a mobile app to connect businesses with excess food to communities in need.

• B) Copia uses drones to deliver food to remote areas.

• C) Copia uses a network of volunteers to collect and distribute food.

• D) Copia uses a centralized database to track food donations and distribution.

We are feeding well over (a)   people a week.

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 Copia is just one of countless groups trying to eliminate food waste, but technology could be the much-needed component to accelerate the movement.

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 Hunger in America is definitely not an issue of scarcity (稀有性). It's an issue of logistics.

• 來源 n.

• 種類 n.

• 科技 n.

• 物流 n.

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How does Copia's business model incentivize (attract v.) companies to donate excess food?

Answer explanation

Copia charges businesses a small fee per pound of donated food. In turn, companies can claim a tax-deductible write-off.

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Based on the text, why was Copia set up as a business that makes money (a for-profit company)?

• To stay away from government rules.

• To make as much money as possible for people who invest in it.

• To keep the program going and help it grow bigger.

• To give businesses that join tax benefits.

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How has technology been a game-changer?

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For many businesses, AI technology has been a game changer.

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