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SAT Reading and Writing· difficulty 4/5

The ancient mariners who first crossed the Pacific in outrigger canoes relied on detailed knowledge of stars, currents, and bird flight paths. ______ , their navigators could memorize the position and behavior of more than two hundred reference stars over a single voyage.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  • A

    For instance

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  • B

    However

  • C

    Therefore

  • D

    On the other hand

Explanation

The second sentence offers a concrete example of the knowledge mentioned. "For instance" signals example. The others do not.

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