Reading Practice Question
Question
A test item asks for the most accurate explanation for the TOEFL iBT involving source synthesis in Reading. What should the candidate understand? (Item 72)
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. Prioritize convenience over safety, compliance, or accurate reasoning.
- D. The best answer is to select the response that best supports accurate academic comprehension, integration, and clear English expression for the source synthesis scenario.
Correct Answer
D. The best answer is to select the response that best supports accurate academic comprehension, integration, and clear English expression for the source synthesis scenario.
Explanation
The correct answer is D because source synthesis is tested by asking candidates to select the response that best supports accurate academic comprehension, integration, and clear English expression. The distractors reflect common exam mistakes: ignoring context, using informal shortcuts, skipping verification, or applying a rule from the wrong domain.
Question details
- Difficulty: hard
- Domain: Reading
- Objective: source synthesis