Read the following paragraph. Then select the author's purpose in writing the paragraph.
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THE OLYMPIC GAMES
The Olympic Organizing Committee spent nearly 207 million dollars during the 1992 Olympic
Games, more than three times the allotted 60 million dollar operating budget. The committee
was responsible for construction of several facilities, as well as the organization of all events.
The overspending was blamed on inflation, according to a committee spokesperson.
to inform
to persuade
to express strong feelings
to entertain
