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(23) __________ This quick thinking saved the ingredients from being wasted. (24) __________

A Tunnel Boring Machine, or TBM, is a massive piece of equipment used for excavating tunnels. TBMs can be hundreds of meters long and require (25) __________ specialized workers to operate. They are essentially mobile factories that dig tunnels (26) __________ the ground with a large, rotating cutter head. This cutter head has to (27) __________ different types of rock and soil, breaking them into smaller pieces. A conveyor system then transports this material out of the tunnel.

As the TBM moves forward, it doesn't just dig. It also installs curved concrete segments to form the tunnel lining behind it. (28) __________, it creates a finished tunnel as it advances. The positive (29) __________ of TBMs on urban development is enormous. If we didn't have TBMs, building a long tunnel under a city (30) __________ much more difficult and dangerous.

Have you ever decided to watch a movie just by looking at its poster? A movie poster is more than a simple advertisement; it’s a carefully designed piece of art with one goal: to convince you to buy a ticket. In Vietnam, posters for blockbusters like 'Lật Mặt' generate huge excitement on social media, proving their power. They are the first promise of an adventure, a laugh, or a thrill.

To achieve this, designers focus on three key elements. First is imagery, which includes photos of the stars or symbolic graphics that hint at the story. Second is typography—the style of the text. A horror movie might use a sharp, messy font, while a romance uses elegant script. Finally, the color palette is crucial. Bright, warm colors suggest comedy, whereas dark, cool tones are common for thrillers.

These elements work together to instantly signal a film's genre and mood. A poster for a science-fiction film might use futuristic cityscapes and metallic blue colors, setting an expectation of adventure. In contrast, a historical drama's poster may use softer, brown tones and classic fonts. The message is rarely subtle; designers want you to understand the film's feeling in a single glance so you can quickly decide if it's for you.

Ultimately, the psychology behind a poster is about creating a connection. By combining powerful images, expressive text, and emotional colors, a poster aims to spark your curiosity. It is a visual puzzle that makes you want to know the solution, ensuring you think about the film long after walking past the poster.

The idea behind mandatory calorie labels on menus seems simple and effective: provide people with information, and they will make healthier choices. Many governments have implemented this policy, hoping to reduce obesity rates by making consumers more aware of their food's calorie content. However, the results have been surprisingly mixed. Research shows that while some people do pay attention, many others continue to order what they want, (37) __________.

Several factors contribute to this limited impact. For one, diners are often in a social setting or in a hurry, (38) __________. Furthermore, for those who are already health-conscious, the labels simply confirm what they already suspected. The real challenge is influencing those who are not already motivated to change their eating habits, (39) __________. Ultimately, while calorie labels are a step towards transparency, they are not a magic solution, (40) __________.

A. as a simple number on a menu is often not persuasive enough

B. suggesting that a more comprehensive approach is needed to truly change public health outcomes

C. prioritizing taste and habit over nutritional data

D. making it less likely for them to carefully analyze the numbers