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A new baby formula warning threatens to strain already stretched supplies even more, leaving
desperate parents scrambling in the States. The Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday that
it is working with the manufacturer to initiate a voluntary recall of certain powdered infant formula after
complaints that four infants fell ill and were hospitalized. One death may possibly be linked to tainted
formula. The warning and likely recall only increases availability concerns for parents who for months
have found store shelves increasingly bare of formula, as unexpected demand and labor shortages
disrupt supplies.
Baby formula has been in short supply around the country for months. In November and December,
one of the top makers apologized to customers complaining about shortages, saying that “due to high
demand” some of its products would be out of stock for an extended period of time. An industry trade
group representing top formula makers has cited general supply chain issues affecting all manufacturers,
specifically transportation, labor and logistical snarls. The group has said in a statement that infant formula
manufacturers are actively working with suppliers, distributors, retailers and state agencies to ensure
availability and access to infant formula products. Meanwhile, retailers say that makers are having
difficulty sourcing raw ingredients and product supply challenges are currently impacting most of the
retail industry. “We’re continuing to work with our national brand baby formula vendors to address this
issue and we regret any inconvenience that our customers may be experiencing,” said a spokesperson from
a major chain pharmacy.
36 Where is this passage most likely found?
A fashion magazine A nursing report
A fitness newsletter A cookbook
37 What is the major issue reported in the passage?
A product recall requested by the manufacturer.
Sickness related to the death of an infant.
Safety measures for babies taking medicine.
Causes for the unavailability of a product.
38 Which of the following is the closest in meaning to “tainted” in the first paragraph?
Accelerated Contaminated Demolished Discriminated
39 What is the spokesperson’s tone of his statement about the general supply chain issues?
Helpful Suspicious Critical Emotional
40 Which of the following is NOT a factor that leads to the problem discussed in the passage?
There is an insufficiency of qualified workers.
It is greatly wanted by many consumers.
Delivery and shipping are disrupted.
Cost in branding and marketing is rising.