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<!-- (audio) David: What fraction of our resources is still available for unforeseen expenses? --> <!-- SPEAKING -->

--instructions--

Listen to the audio and answer the question below.

--questions--

--text--

David wants a specific answer. What could Alice say if she knows the exact number?

--answers--

The budget is all gone already.

--audio-id--

EN8f9d7793

--feedback--

This is a dramatic response, and the question is about how much is left — not about total use.


We have set aside 15% of the budget.

--audio-id--

ENb245bcc4

--video-solution--

2

--explanation--

David asks for a fraction or percentage of what's still available.

The correct answer should be clear and directly answer his question with a financial figure.

--scene--

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