Question 34 • FL-1001420-AP English Language and Composition Sem 1 - Flex
In sentence 7 (reproduced below), the writer wants to include a piece of relevant evidence that will help convince the reader to accept the research by Daphne Bavelier as credibleFor example, research by Daphne Bavelier, a professor, has revealed that video games can increase the speed of perceptual processing and improve the ability to multitask.
Answer
A
often sought after for her extensive knowledge and years of experience
B
a globally prominent speaker who is currently conducting research in Geneva, Switzerland
C
a well-known professor at the University of Rochester in New York
D
a professor of brain and cognitive sciences and creator of the successful TEDx talk on video games
Explanation
D adds the most relevant evidence of Bavelier’s expertise: she is a professor of brain and cognitive sciences, a field closely connected to research on perception and multitasking. Her TEDx talk also shows experience communicating about video games. A is vague praise, while B and C give less information about her relevant qualifications.
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