Explain whether the main idea is explicit or implicit in this paragraph
a. it is explicit because it is directly stated in the paragraph
b. it is explicit because it is not directly stated in the paragraph
c. it is implicit because it is directly stated in the paragraph.
d. it is implicit because it is not directly stated in the paragraph.

I could not have the text to which this question refers, but I will give you an explanation anyway so that you can identify it yourself.

The implicit and explicit words can be easily confused due to their spelling that is so similar.

The truth is that they have different meanings.

When an idea is implicit it means that whoever has written it has not put the exact words in the text, but it takes you in a certain way, to think about that message they want to convey.

Let's see an example:

If a sentence says: I like all the flavors of ice cream, except strawberry.

I can implicitly say that this person likes Chocolate ice cream. While it is not written with the exact words, it is understood that chocolate is part of "all flavors, exccept strawberry".

However when something is explicit, it is written clearly and leaving no doubt about it.

There is no way to have doubts when something is explicit.

An example would be to say: I like Chocolate ice cream.

It is a fact, there is no doubt that this person likes chocolate ice cream, there is no need to make an interpretation of anything.

nobody can deny that cars are the most used means of transport all over the world. however owing a car could have some disadvantages. first of all, having a car on your own allows you to go everywhere without depending on timetables. moreover, you can use it whenever you need it no matter the time or the climate conditions. furthermore, if you have a car, you would not have to wait for nobody to share it when going to somewhere. nevertheless, one major disadvantages of owing a car is the fact that fuel is very expensive nowadays so that not everyone can afford it. in addition, you have to pay insurance to be protected by legal conditions. apart from this, the person who owns a car always has to maintain the car and repair any mechanical problem which could costs a huge amount of money. what is more, if you have to travel long distances, and you do not like driving, one probably would be exhausted and irritated due to driving for a long time. besides, cars cause environmental pollution. to sum up, owing a car means that you have more freedom to travel whenever and wherever people want to, however the car maintenance could be a very expensive issue that can have bad consequences at your economy.