Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'Although the evidence seemed ______, the committee asked for further tests before reaching a decision.'
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. compelling
- Step 1: 'Although' signals a contrast: the committee still wanted more tests. Step 2. The contrast works only if the evidence looked strong, so 'compelling' fits. Answer: compelling. Why not the others: With doubtful, irrelevant or incomplete evidence, asking for tests would be expected and 'although' would not make sense.
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