OpenSAT

Question #N678

A study of college students found that students who regularly attend college events, such as sporting events, concerts, or lectures, tend to have a higher sense of belonging to the college community. These students also report feeling more connected to other students and faculty. However, the study found that attending these events was not the sole reason for this sense of belonging. Students who had participated in extracurricular activities, such as clubs or volunteer organizations, also reported a higher sense of belonging to the college community. Therefore, the study’s findings suggest that ______

Which choice completes the passage with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

A. although attending college events can contribute to a sense of belonging, it is not the only factor.

B. attending college events is a necessary requirement for feeling a sense of belonging.

C. a sense of belonging to the college community is a product of the number of college events attended.

D. extracurricular activities are a more important factor in creating a sense of belonging than attending college events.

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Correct Answer is: A

The passage suggests that attending college events can contribute to a sense of belonging, but the study found that it's not the only factor. The study also found that students who participated in extracurricular activities reported feeling a higher sense of belonging. Therefore, the most logical and precise completion is "although attending college events can contribute to a sense of belonging, it is not the only factor."