"The government announced new policies; _, it aims to reduce unemployment." Which transition is correct?
Correct answer: A. Hence
- A. Hence
- B. Likewise
- C. For instance
- D. In contrast
Explanation
The correct transition is 'Hence' because it establishes a cause-and-effect relationship between the government announcing new policies and the aim to reduce unemployment. The other options do not correctly convey this relationship: 'Likewise' suggests similarity, 'For instance' introduces an example, and 'In contrast' indicates opposition, none of which align with the intended meaning of the sentence.
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