11.  But as each continues to struggle, the likelihood increases that one or both will stay in Norfolk into May.

12.  But as the evidence increased that the samples had been tampered with, he contended that he had been taken in by the fraud.

13.  But fears are increasing that the death penalty as practiced has gone awry.

14.  Copper fell to its lowest price for almost a year as concerns increased that a slowing Asian economy will cool demand for metal.

15.  Energy issues helped push the market higher as oil prices stabilized and speculation increased that more takeover bids are likely among Calgary-based producers.

16.  Gasoline prices usually rise this time of year on expectations that increased driving during the warm weather will erode inventories.

17.  He also says increasing the number of yen would drive down its value on foreign exchange markets and thereby boost exports.

18.  IBP will run one production shift, increasing that after the customer base is rebuilt and additional workers are hired.

19.  If the smuggling continues, the chances increase that the materials could fall into the hands of terrorists or non-nuclear states that want to build a bomb.

20.  If too many traders shut down, the chances increase that electricity prices may become more volatile because there might not enough buyers and sellers to ensure stable markets.