"The company has expanded internationally. _, its profits have doubled in two years." Which transition shows cause and result?
Correct answer: A. As a result
- A. As a result
- B. Likewise
- C. Similarly
- D. In contrast
Explanation
The correct answer is 'As a result' because it effectively shows a cause-and-effect relationship between the company's international expansion and the doubling of its profits. The other options do not fit this context: 'Likewise' and 'Similarly' suggest a comparison or similarity, and 'In contrast' indicates a difference, none of which describe the relationship in this scenario.
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