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SAT Reading and Writing· difficulty 2/5

Daniel was eager to apply for the engineering internship, but the application required two letters of recommendation. ______ , he asked his physics professor and his summer employer to write on his behalf.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  • A

    However

  • B

    Therefore

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  • C

    In contrast

  • D

    On the other hand

Explanation

The application requirement (cause) leads to his asking for letters (effect). "Therefore" signals cause-effect. The others signal contrast.

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