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Kidney diseases are often a consequence of lifestyle choices and daily habits that individuals may not think twice about. (18) ______ can significantly impact kidney health, leading to chronic conditions over time. For instance, dehydration, often overlooked during busy days, can cause the kidneys to work harder than necessary. (19) ______. People should be mindful of their fluid intake to maintain optimal kidney function. Moreover, high blood pressure, (20) ______, can also pose a risk to kidney health. Also, people (21) ______ should consider the importance of a balanced diet and regular exercise. Regular check-ups and awareness of one’s health status can contribute to better kidney health. Equipped with necessary knowledge and resources, (22) ______. Question 18: A. Which not drinking enough water during busy days and stressful times B. Drinking sufficient water when they are busy and feeling stressed C. Not drinking enough water during busy days and stressful times D. Not to drink enough water while being busy and under stress Question 19: A. Some people believe that thirst is the only indicator of needing water B. This can lead to serious health issues if not addressed in a timely manner C. Many individuals report feeling more energetic when they consume less water D. Regular exercise has been shown to have beneficial impacts on hydration levels Question 20: A. of which poor diet choices and stress are reasons behind B. frequently exacerbated by poor diet choices and stress C. that are frequently exacerbated by poor diet choices and stress D. having frequently exacerbated by poor diet choices and stress Question 21: A. consume meals high in sodium and find themselves having a sedentary lifestyle B. whose lifestyles involve minimal physical activity and excessive salt consumption C. who not lifting a finger to make a habit of exercising more regularly and eating less salt D. of which lifestyle is relatively sedentary, and salt consumption is quite excessive Question 22: A. decisions regarding their kidney health will be well-founded and informed B. informed decisions could be made concerning their kidney health C. their kidney health can benefit significantly should informed decisions be made D. individuals can make informed decisions regarding their kidney health Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to 30. Kazuhiko Moriyama is betting that well-rested workers are good for business. In fact, he’s placing real money on that bet. Employees who sleep at least six hours a night, for at least five days a week, are rewarded points by Crazy Inc., a wedding organizer in Japan. The points can be exchanged for food in the company cafeteria worth as much as 64,000 yen ($570) per year. Nightly rest will be tracked using an app made by Airweave Inc., a mattress manufacturer. More than 92 percent of Japanese over the age of 20 say that they aren’t getting enough sleep, according to a survey by Fuji Ryoki, a health-products maker. Because of a labor shortage and long-held cultural belief of noble sacrifice for the corporate good, Japan has become notorious for a phenomenon called death-from-overwork, which claimed the life of an ad agency employee in 2015. “You have to protect workers’ rights, otherwise the country itself will weaken,” Moriyama said. In addition to encouraging sleep, the company also promotes better nutrition, exercise and a more positive office environment. It also provides employees with child support, as well as the opportunity to take company vacations on regular business days. There’s some evidence that more sleep will lead to improved business performance and higher economic growth. Insufficient sleep costs the U.S. economy as much as $411 billion a year, or 2.28 percent of GDP, according to a 2009 study by Rand Corp. For Japan, the loss is estimated to be $138 billion, or 2.92 percent of GDP. “I eventually want to reach a million employees,” Moriyama said. “I want to do something that other people will think is crazy.” (Adapted from readtoolead.com)