Question #N634
The author of the text describes the research as being "an ongoing project." In other words, the author is indicating that the research is not complete. For example, the author mentions the "possibility" that other sources of the elements will be identified in the future. What is the most likely reason that the writer points out that the research is "an ongoing project"?
The author of the text most likely mentions that the research is an ongoing project in order to
A. suggest that the researchers are still learning about the subject of their research.
B. convince the reader that the research has been conducted carefully.
C. explain why the researchers’ findings are not definitive.
D. demonstrate that the research is highly important.
Correct Answer is: C
The author of the text suggests that the research is ongoing to explain why the researchers’ findings are not yet definitive. The author is emphasizing that the research is ongoing, which means that it is not complete and that more research needs to be done to fully understand the subject.