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The preliminary review concludes that Dr. Stuart needs to (i)
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18 Mar 2026, 01:09
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The preliminary review concludes that Dr. Stuart needs to (i) _______ his argument with more experimental data. In its current avatar his thesis is so (ii) _______ that it must be deemed (iii) ________ .
| Blank (i) | Blank (ii) | Blank (iii) |
|---|---|---|
| A. define | D. exigent | G. succinct |
| B. bolster | E. monumental | H . prfound |
| C. culminate | F. slight | I. inadequate |
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Re: The preliminary review concludes that Dr. Stuart needs to (i)
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20 Mar 2026, 09:23
20 Mar 2026, 09:23
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To complete this passage, we need to look for the logical flow between the researcher's needs and the current state of their work.
Analysis
- Blank (i): The context of "more experimental data" suggests a need to strengthen or support the argument. Bolster fits perfectly here.
- Blank (ii): The phrase "In its current avatar" suggests a contrast to a bolstered argument. If the argument lacks data, it is thin or lacking in substance. Slight (meaning thin or meager) is the best fit.
- Blank (iii): If a thesis is "slight" and lacks data, the final judgment would be negative. Inadequate is the logical conclusion.
Completed Passage
"The preliminary review concludes that Dr. Stuart needs to bolster his argument with more experimental data. In its current avatar his thesis is so slight that it must be deemed inadequate."
Answer Key
- Blank (i): B (bolster)
- Blank (ii): F (slight)
- Blank (iii): I (inadequate)
Analysis
- Blank (i): The context of "more experimental data" suggests a need to strengthen or support the argument. Bolster fits perfectly here.
- Blank (ii): The phrase "In its current avatar" suggests a contrast to a bolstered argument. If the argument lacks data, it is thin or lacking in substance. Slight (meaning thin or meager) is the best fit.
- Blank (iii): If a thesis is "slight" and lacks data, the final judgment would be negative. Inadequate is the logical conclusion.
Completed Passage
"The preliminary review concludes that Dr. Stuart needs to bolster his argument with more experimental data. In its current avatar his thesis is so slight that it must be deemed inadequate."
Answer Key
- Blank (i): B (bolster)
- Blank (ii): F (slight)
- Blank (iii): I (inadequate)
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