Select the logical connector to complete the passage:
The environmental impact assessment verified that all noise mitigation barriers met municipal noise standards; _____, approvals for nocturnal highway construction were granted.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. accordingly
- Step 1: Analyze the causal logic: verifying that safety standards were satisfied led directly and logically to granting the necessary construction approvals.
- Step 2: Select 'accordingly', which means in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances or consequently.
Answer
accordingly.
Why not the others: 'on the contrary' introduces an assertion that contradicts what was said; 'nonetheless' indicates concession contrary to expectations; 'instead' indicates an alternative replacement.
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