Expression of IdeasEasyTransition marking an effect of an added boat
Expression of Ideas practice question
The ferry company added a second boat to the crossing in July. ____ waiting times at the pier fell by half.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. As a result,Correct
- B. For example,
- C. However,
- D. Similarly,
Answer: A. As a result,
Shorter waits follow from the extra boat. 'As a result' marks the effect.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. For example,
- Shorter waits aren't an example of adding a boat.
- C. However,
- The second sentence agrees with the first; there is no contrast.
- D. Similarly,
- The second sentence isn't a parallel case.
More Expression of Ideas questions
- Easy
The student wants to emphasize a difference between the charango and the siku. Which choice most effectively u… - Easy
The student wants to explain the purpose of Ortiz's team's research. Which choice most effectively uses releva… - Easy
The student wants to present the result of the beavers' reintroduction. Which choice most effectively uses rel… - Easy
The student wants to emphasize the age of the flute. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information f… - Easy
The student wants to emphasize a similarity between honeybees and mason bees. Which choice best uses the notes… - Easy
The student wants to explain what a griot is to an audience unfamiliar with the term. Which choice best uses t…
Not affiliated with the College Board. SAT is a trademark of the College Board.