Set 15: Transitions (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
Universal basic income (UBI) has gained attention as automation threatens traditional employment. Proponents argue it would provide economic security and reduce poverty. _______ skeptics question its cost and worry it might reduce incentives to work.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question asks you to choose the transition that best connects two ideas. Proponents (positive) vs. skeptics (concerns). 'Conversely' introduces the opposing viewpoint. Transitions signal the relationship between sentences or paragraphs. Determine the logical relationship (addition, contrast, cause-effect, example) and select the transition that accurately expresses it. The right transition makes the relationship between ideas crystal clear. Consider what logical connection exists: Is the second idea adding to the first? Contrasting it? Showing a result? The transition should accurately reflect this relationship.
Key Evidence:
• "Proponents argue"
• "skeptics question"
Why others are wrong: D (Cause/effect - skepticism isn't a result of proponents' arguments.), B (Emphasis - skeptics contradict, not confirm, proponents.), A (Addition - but skeptics' concerns oppose, not add to, proponents' claims.).
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