Expression of IdeasHardTransition granting a point before disputing it
Expression of Ideas practice question
The critics of the new tax say that it will discourage investment. ____ investment did fall in the two countries that adopted a similar tax — but in both, it recovered within three years.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. Admittedly,Correct
- B. Therefore,
- C. In contrast,
- D. In other words,
Answer: A. Admittedly,
The writer grants the critics a point (investment did fall) before the 'but' that limits it. 'Admittedly' introduces such a concession.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Therefore,
- The fall in investment isn't a result of the critics' claim.
- C. In contrast,
- The second sentence begins by agreeing with the critics, not contrasting.
- D. In other words,
- The second sentence adds evidence rather than restating the claim.
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