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Expression of Ideas practice question

The survey did not show that the residents oppose the scheme. ____ it showed that most had not heard of it, which is a different problem and probably an easier one.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. Rather,Correct
  2. B. Furthermore,
  3. C. Hence,
  4. D. Nevertheless,

Answer: A. Rather,

Not opposition; instead, ignorance: 'rather' corrects the reading.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Furthermore,
The second sentence replaces the first reading, not adds to it.
C. Hence,
Not a consequence.
D. Nevertheless,
'Nevertheless' concedes rather than corrects.

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