Question

1. multiple choice: which detail best illustrates the purpose of research according to the text?

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a
ew research finds little lies pave the way for big ones.\ (paragraph 1)
b \the study, published monday in the journal nature neuroscience\ (paragraph 2)
c \other examples include the findings that sugar makes bees hyper\ (paragraph 2)
d \testing the truth of what appears obvious is kind of what science is all about\ (paragraph 3)

Explanation:

• Option A: Just presents a research finding, not the purpose of research.
• Option B: Mentions where the study is published, not the purpose.
• Option C: Gives an example of a finding, not the purpose.
• Option D: "Testing the truth of what appears obvious is kind of what science is all about" directly relates to the purpose of research (which is a part of science), as research aims to verify or test ideas, even those that seem obvious.

Answer:

D. "testing the truth of what appears obvious is kind of what science is all about" (Paragraph 3)