Set 7: Rhetorical Synthesis (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
A student is writing about intermittent fasting. The student wants to present the claimed benefits while noting scientific uncertainty. Notes: - Proponents claim weight loss and improved metabolism. - Some studies show reduced inflammation markers. - Long-term effects in humans are still being studied. - Results vary significantly between individuals.
Which choice most effectively uses information from the notes to accomplish the student's goal?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question asks you to effectively combine information to achieve a goal. The goal requires BOTH benefits AND scientific uncertainty. Choice D presents claimed benefits AND notes ongoing research/variable results. The correct synthesis will use relevant details from the notes in a logical, purposeful way. Focus on what the question asks you to accomplish, then choose the answer that best achieves that goal using the provided information. Effective synthesis requires selecting and combining the most relevant information to achieve a specific purpose. Not all provided notes may be equally useful. Focus on what best accomplishes the stated goal while maintaining logical coherence.
Key Evidence:
• "claimed benefits while noting scientific uncertainty"
• "claim weight loss and improved metabolism"
• "Long-term effects...still being studied"
• "Results vary"
Why others are wrong: A (States popularity, not benefits or uncertainty.), D (Not in notes; discusses adherence, not benefits/uncertainty.), C (Presents finding as fact without noting uncertainty.).
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