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Expression of IdeasHardIntroducing a summary conclusion

Expression of Ideas practice question

The trial's participants slept longer, reported less anxiety, and made fewer errors on the attention test. ____ the evening routine appeared to help on every measure the researchers tracked.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. In short,Correct
  2. B. Even so,
  3. C. Specifically,
  4. D. Alternatively,

Answer: A. In short,

Three findings, then a one-line summary: 'In short'.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Even so,
The summary agrees with the findings; there is nothing to concede.
C. Specifically,
The second sentence is more general, not more specific.
D. Alternatively,
The summary is not an alternative to the findings.

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