Para-jumbles
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This sequence follows a logical chronological order, starting with the preparation (2), the poor performance (3), the reaction to that performance (1), and the final recovery (4). Option A is correct because it establishes a clear narrative. Option B is incorrect because starting with the result (1) before the preparation (2) disrupts the chronological flow.
This order is correct because the success of the drug trial (2) naturally leads to the researchers' celebration (3), followed by a contrasting doubt (1) and a resolution to study further (4). Option B is incorrect because placing doubts (1) before celebration (3) disrupts the logical narrative flow of the sequence.
See the mechanism
This order is correct because the success of the drug trial (2) naturally leads to the researchers' celebration (3), followed by a contrasting doubt (1) and a resolution to study further (4). A diagram for this topic isn't available yet — the worked example below walks the same reasoning step by step.
An exam-style question, fully explained
Para-jumble — pick the best order: (1) However, doubts remain. (2) The drug trial succeeded. (3) Researchers celebrated. (4) Further studies are planned.
- Identify what the question tests: Para-jumble — pick the best order: (1) However, doubts remain..
- This order is correct because the success of the drug trial (2) naturally leads to the researchers' celebration (3), followed by a contrasting doubt (1) and a resolution to study further (4).
- Option B is incorrect because placing doubts (1) before celebration (3) disrupts the logical narrative flow of the sequence.
Traps the examiner sets
- Option B is incorrect because placing doubts (1) before celebration (3) disrupts the logical narrative flow of the sequence.
- Option B is incorrect because she cannot be picked up by a friend after she has already returned home.
- Option B is incorrect because starting with the result (1) before the preparation (2) disrupts the chronological flow.
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