Which transitional phrase shows clarification?
Correct answer: A. In other words
- A. In other words
- B. As a result
- C. Similarly
- D. Conversely
Explanation
The correct answer is 'In other words' because this phrase is commonly used to provide clarification by rephrasing a statement to make it clearer. 'As a result' indicates a cause and effect relationship, 'Similarly' is used for comparison, and 'Conversely' is used to show contrast, none of which are focused on clarifying information.
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Transitional devices connect ideas by showing addition, contrast, cause, result, sequence, comparison, example or conclusion. The topic covers the meanings and sentence positions of linking words such as however, therefore, moreover and consequently, including the difference between conjunctive adverbs, coordinating conjunctions and subordinating conjunctions.
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