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Expression of Ideas practice question

The recipe calls for fresh basil. ____ dried basil will do if fresh is not available.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. That said,Correct
  2. B. Therefore,
  3. C. For example,
  4. D. Similarly,

Answer: A. That said,

A requirement, then a concession.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Therefore,
The substitute does not follow from the requirement.
C. For example,
Not an example of fresh basil.
D. Similarly,
Not a similarity.

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