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The Venezuelan opposition protested against President Nicolás Maduro's economic emergency decree, which was rejected by the parliamentary majority. The government claims the decree would enable private sector agreements to boost production, but the opposition views it as a trap. They argue that the government cannot solve Venezuela's problems, which will worsen until a democratic change occurs. In 2015, Venezuela faced a 141% inflation rate and a 4.5% economic decline.

What action did the Venezuelan opposition take in response to the economic emergency decree?

• They implemented the decree.

• They ignored the decree.

• They protested in the streets.

• They supported the decree.

Why did the opposition-dominated parliament vote against the economic emergency decree?

• They believed it would solve the economic crisis.

• They were in favor of the government's plan.

• Economic ministers refused to be questioned.

• They wanted to support the private sector.

What does the government claim the economic decree will achieve?

• Increase government control over the economy.

• Transition to a productive model with private sector help.

• Eliminate inflation completely.

• Reduce foreign investments.

How does the opposition view the government's economic decree?

• As a successful strategy.

• As a trap.

• As a necessary step.

• As a beneficial reform.

What were the economic indicators for Venezuela between January and September 2015?

• Inflation was 141% and the economy contracted by 4.5%.

• Inflation was 10% and the economy remained stable.

• Inflation was 50% and the economy grew by 2%.

• Inflation was 200% and the economy grew by 5%.