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Expression of Ideas practice question

Much of the report describes the history of the canal, which is interesting but beside the point. ____ its conclusion is what the council needs: the lock gates will fail within five years unless they are replaced.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. In the end,Correct
  2. B. For instance,
  3. C. Likewise,
  4. D. Otherwise,

Answer: A. In the end,

Past the history, the conclusion.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. For instance,
Not an example of the history.
C. Likewise,
Not a similarity.
D. Otherwise,
No alternative.

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