Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

The bridge was designed to last a century. ______, it required major repairs after only ten years.

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C. Nevertheless

  1. Step 1: Analyze the two clauses: a hundred-year design life is contradicted by unexpected damage within ten years.
  2. Step 2: Identify the required transition: a concession or contrast marker.
  3. Step 3: Select Nevertheless, which marks an unexpected outcome contrary to expectations.
Answer
Nevertheless.
Why not the others: Therefore is incorrect because early degradation does not logically follow from a long design life.

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