Question

“But there are other things we don't admire. ‘I can climb the mountains of the Tour de France faster than all the other competitors," quips Murray. "All I need is a motor.’”
What is Murray’s point in the passage above?
a.
Using advanced technology in a competition would give some competitors an unfair advantage, just like having a motor in the Tour de France would give him an unfair advantage.
c.
It is important to completely eliminate technology so it is not misused in competitions.
b.
Technology should be allowed in all competitions because it would level the playing field for all competitors.
d.
All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: A. Using advanced technology in a competition would give some competitors an unfair advantage, just like having a motor in the Tour de France would give him an unfair advantage

Explanation:

Murray's point in the passage is that "Using advanced technology in a competition would give some competitors an unfair advantage, just like having a motor in the Tour de France would give him an unfair advantage".

This can be seen when he said that "he can climb the mountains of the Tour de France faster than all the other competitors".