As recently as 2000,________ percent of doctors were in private practice and by 2013,________ percent of doctors were in private practice.
A)only 20; more than 70
B)nearly 60; less than 40
C)about 50; about 50
D)over 80; less than 15

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The passage states that in 2000, only "nearly 60" percent of doctors were in private practice. This eliminates choices A, C, and D. The passage also states that by 2013, "less than 40" percent of doctors were in private practice. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

As Recently as 2000,________ Percent of Doctors Were in Private