Set 14: Transitions (Intermediate)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The multiverse hypothesis proposes that our universe is one of potentially infinite parallel universes, each with different physical constants. This concept emerged from inflationary cosmology and string theory. _______ such ideas face the fundamental challenge that other universes, if they exist, may be forever unobservable and thus scientifically untestable.
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. Despite theoretical motivation, testability is a crucial problem. 'Notably, however' signals this important caveat. 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:
• "emerged from inflationary cosmology"
• "forever unobservable and thus scientifically untestable"
Why others are wrong: C (Comparison - the problem is a critique, not a similar point.), D (Emphasis - the untestability challenges, not confirms, the hypothesis.), B (Cause/effect - the testability problem isn't caused by the theoretical origins.).
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