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Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumDescribing what a machine does

Expression of Ideas practice question

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes: - A seed drill is a farm machine. - It plants seeds in straight rows at a set depth. - Jethro Tull built an early version in 1701. - Before seed drills, seed was scattered by hand. The student wants to explain what a seed drill does.

Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

  1. A. A seed drill is a farm machine that plants seeds in straight rows at a set depth.Correct
  2. B. Jethro Tull built an early seed drill in 1701.
  3. C. Before seed drills, seed was scattered by hand.
  4. D. A seed drill is a farm machine.

Answer: A. A seed drill is a farm machine that plants seeds in straight rows at a set depth.

What it does.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Jethro Tull built an early seed drill in 1701.
History.
C. Before seed drills, seed was scattered by hand.
What came before.
D. A seed drill is a farm machine.
No function.

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