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Expression of Ideas practice question

The plant's leaves fold inward when touched, a response that costs it energy and briefly halts photosynthesis. ____ the plant pays a price every time it flinches.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. In other words,Correct
  2. B. Nevertheless,
  3. C. In addition,
  4. D. Subsequently,

Answer: A. In other words,

The second sentence says the first again, plainly.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Nevertheless,
It doesn't push against the first sentence.
C. In addition,
It adds no new fact; it restates.
D. Subsequently,
There is no sequence of events.

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