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Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumTransition marking the result of a replacement

Expression of Ideas practice question

The old mill's water wheel was replaced last year by a turbine. ____ the mill now generates enough electricity to sell some to the grid.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. As a result,Correct
  2. B. For example,
  3. C. Nevertheless,
  4. D. Similarly,

Answer: A. As a result,

Selling electricity follows from installing the turbine. 'As a result' marks the outcome.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. For example,
Selling electricity isn't an example of replacing a wheel.
C. Nevertheless,
'Nevertheless' would mean the mill sells power DESPITE the turbine.
D. Similarly,
The second sentence isn't a parallel case.

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