Expression of IdeasHardChoosing a logical transition
Expression of Ideas practice question
The committee described the proposal as 'not without merit'. ____ they thought it had some good points but were far from enthusiastic.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. In other words,Correct
- B. However,
- C. For example,
- D. As a result,
Answer: A. In other words,
The second sentence translates the committee's guarded phrase into plain language. That's a restatement.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. However,
- 'However' would set the plain reading against the phrase. It explains the phrase; it doesn't contradict it.
- C. For example,
- 'For example' would make the lukewarm view an example of 'not without merit' rather than its meaning.
- D. As a result,
- 'As a result' signals consequence. Their opinion didn't result from the phrase; the phrase expressed it.
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