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Expression of IdeasMediumSynthesis: a cycling survey and its limit

Expression of Ideas practice question

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes: - 300 cyclists were surveyed. - 60 percent said they would cycle more if there were more bike lanes. - The survey was conducted only at a cycling event.

The student wants to present the finding while noting a limitation of the survey. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

  1. A. Although 60 percent of the 300 cyclists surveyed said they would cycle more if there were more bike lanes, the survey was conducted only at a cycling event.Correct
  2. B. Most people would cycle more if there were more bike lanes.
  3. C. The survey was conducted at a cycling event.
  4. D. 300 cyclists were surveyed.

Answer: A. Although 60 percent of the 300 cyclists surveyed said they would cycle more if there were more bike lanes, the survey was conducted only at a cycling event.

Finding plus the event-only caveat.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Most people would cycle more if there were more bike lanes.
Generalises with no limitation.
C. The survey was conducted at a cycling event.
The limitation with no finding.
D. 300 cyclists were surveyed.
The sample size alone.

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