The five sentences labelled (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) given in this question. The first sentence is fixed and others when properly sequenced, form a coherent paragraph. Each sentence is labelled with a number. Decide on the proper order for the sentences and choose the correct option.
1. The city-state of Singapore and Switzerland’s Zurich were named as the most expensive cities in the world.
2. The popular US destination, where prices have increased by 1.9% according to the study, slipped to third, tying with Switzerland’s Geneva.
3. The rise of the latter, which jumped from sixth place on last year’s list, was attributed to the strength of the Swiss Franc along with the high prices of groceries, household goods and recreation.
4. New York tied with Singapore for first place last year.
5. Singapore’s costly transport and clothing were also noted.

Correct option is A

Option (a) is the correct order of the given sentences: 13542.
Explanation of the sequence logically:
· (1) is fixed: Introduces Singapore and Zurich as the most expensive cities.
· (3) follows: Talks about Zurich and explains why Zurich rose to the top (strength of Swiss Franc, high prices).
· (5) follows naturally after (3): Gives specific reasons for Singapore's position (costly transport and clothing).
· (4) comes next: Mentions New York tied with Singapore in the previous ranking, thus connecting past to present.
· (2) finally explains New York's current situation (slipping to third position).
Why other options are incorrect:
· (b) and (c) mix the ideas about Singapore and New York improperly.
· (d) breaks the logical flow by discussing New York too early before finishing the discussion on Zurich and Singapore.