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Expression of Ideas practice question

The trial found the drug no more effective than a placebo. ____ the company withdrew its application for a licence.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. Consequently,Correct
  2. B. Nevertheless,
  3. C. For instance,
  4. D. By contrast,

Answer: A. Consequently,

Withdrawal follows from the result.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Nevertheless,
No contrast.
C. For instance,
Not an example.
D. By contrast,
No contrast.

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