Question 9 is based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the question. Now listen to the news.

A．The strike has resulted in a great loss to the mining industry.
B．A few reporters were allowed to approach the mine.
C．Half the country’s black miners were on strike.
D．White church leader called the strike action.

A．Employees are in face of fierce competition.
B．Salaries of engineering grads are lower than the average.
C．Starting salaries have been increased this year.
D．There might be another hiring surge next year.