Academic Reading Practice Question
Question
A learner is comparing two similar concepts for the IELTS Academic involving academic discussion in Academic Reading. Which answer is best? (Item 87)
Answer choices
- A. Ignore the issue because speed is more important than documentation or accuracy.
- B. Assume the requirement applies only when the customer specifically asks about it.
- C. The best answer is to choose the answer that best demonstrates accurate academic English comprehension, organization, or language use for the academic discussion scenario.
- D. Prioritize convenience over safety, compliance, or accurate reasoning.
Correct Answer
C. The best answer is to choose the answer that best demonstrates accurate academic English comprehension, organization, or language use for the academic discussion scenario.
Explanation
The correct answer is C because academic discussion is tested by asking candidates to choose the answer that best demonstrates accurate academic English comprehension, organization, or language use. The distractors reflect common exam mistakes: ignoring context, using informal shortcuts, skipping verification, or applying a rule from the wrong domain.
Question details
- Difficulty: medium
- Domain: Academic Reading
- Objective: academic discussion