Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumTransition marking a mismatch
Expression of Ideas practice question
Solar panels generate most of their power around the middle of the day. ____ household demand peaks in the evening, when the panels produce almost nothing.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. However,Correct
- B. Consequently,
- C. Likewise,
- D. In fact,
Answer: A. However,
Supply at midday, demand in the evening: the second sentence sets a problem against the first. 'However' marks the mismatch.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Consequently,
- Evening demand isn't caused by midday generation.
- C. Likewise,
- 'Likewise' would present a similar fact, but this one runs against the first.
- D. In fact,
- 'In fact' intensifies the same point; the second sentence pulls the other way.
More Expression of Ideas questions
- Easy–Medium
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition? - Easy–Medium
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition? - Easy–Medium
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition? - Easy–Medium
The student wants to explain an advantage that qanats have over surface canals. Which choice most effectively … - Easy–Medium
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition? - Easy–Medium
The student wants to acknowledge a limitation of the study. Which choice most effectively uses relevant inform…
Not affiliated with the College Board. SAT is a trademark of the College Board.