Which choice best identifies the central idea of the first paragraph? O A. The stated central idea is that the Union should be
dissolved.
OB. The stated central idea is that Joshua Speed believes
slavery is just.
0 C. The implied central idea is that Joshua Speed should
abandon slavery, even though it is legal, in order to save the
Union.
D. The implied central idea is that Lincoln accepts slavery for
the sake of the Union, even though he believes slavery is
wrong

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the word that best matches the meaning of the expression "went to the big ocean" is died.

the goldfish died, which is why the father looks at the children mournfully. the "big ocean" is the father's way of saying fish heaven. he could have just said that the goldfish died, but this way, the children imagine the fish in a bigger, better place instead of just picturing a dead fish.

explanation:

michael’s company should invest in the updating of every section as well as data and processes technology and software. through the analysis of the manufacturing process, the company can take a clear approach towards the best way to improve not only the process but also de final result. some of the main problems that manufacturing companies face are the waste of material due to disorganized processes and the lack of real-time process checkings. this can be solved with specific software and machines that can turn paperwork into the digital era and that will reduce the time employees take on that, being this time better apply to control the production process and communication among different sectors of the company, the product will be made in shorter time with better quality and more profit

the correct answer would be d.