Solar System Sentence Completion
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7. There are eight known planets in the Solar System except for Pluto; ----. A) therefore, the gravity of a planet affects the orbits of other planets B) moreover, our planetary system is the only one officially called solar system C) nevertheless, there has been some evidence that there might be one more D) for example, outer Solar System bodies are difficult to find E) instead, a planet refers to a celestial body moving in an elliptical orbit round a star
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Hi Ecrin, let's solve this grammar and logic question together.
Analyzing the Sentence
The sentence states that there are eight known planets in our solar system, excluding Pluto. We need a connector that logically links this fact to what comes next.
Breaking Down the Logic
* Fact: 8 known planets (excluding Pluto).
* Need: A logical transition.
Let's evaluate the options to see which one creates a coherent sentence.
Evaluating Options
A) therefore: Doesn't follow logically.
B) moreover: Changes the subject entirely.
C) nevertheless: Introduces a contrast.
D) for example: Not an example of the first clause.
E) instead: Not a replacement fact.
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