Comprehension Questions: 1. In Japan, the question of HOW to
produce goods is generally left to
whom?
popular vote
private businesses
government committees

answer; by working independently, the states have a high likelihood of developing innovative solutions that can be employed in other states;

d. i assume the underlined word is "role." reformat if it isn't.

explanation:

role is closest to part because when replacing words, "playing a vital decision," "playing a vital activity," and "playing a vital dollar" don't make logical sense. the only meaningful choice is "playing a vital part."

this fits one of merriam-webster's definitions of role: "a function or part performed especially in a particular operation or process."

answer; to save lives and protect property;