Expression of IdeasHardMaking a recommendation with a reason
Expression of Ideas practice question
While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
- A school is choosing between two field-trip destinations.
- The science museum costs $12 per student and is a 30-minute drive.
- The aquarium costs $18 per student and is a 2-hour drive.
- The class is studying marine life this term.
The student wants to recommend the aquarium and give a reason that outweighs its drawbacks.
Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
- A. Although the aquarium costs more and is farther away, it fits the class's study of marine life this term in a way the science museum cannot.Correct
- B. The aquarium costs $18 per student.
- C. The science museum is a 30-minute drive.
- D. The class should visit the aquarium.
Answer: A. Although the aquarium costs more and is farther away, it fits the class's study of marine life this term in a way the science museum cannot.
Drawbacks conceded, the deciding reason given.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. The aquarium costs $18 per student.
- A drawback, alone.
- C. The science museum is a 30-minute drive.
- A point for the museum.
- D. The class should visit the aquarium.
- No reason.
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