The paragraph below is developed by a specific mode or pattern. Read the paragraph; then answer the question(s) .
(1) Investors should be familiar with three common kinds of investments. (2) The first kind of investment is called a certificate of deposit, or CD. (3) It is the investment option with the least risk. (4) A CD loans your money to your bank for a specific period of time, during which your money collects interest. (5) The second type of investment is a bond, a slightly less conservative way to invest money. (6) With a bond, you invest your money in a business or in the government, which treats your investment as a loan. (7) The third, and riskiest, type of investment of all is in stock. (8) If you buy stock in a company, it means that you own a part of that company, however small. (9) Your fortune will rise and fall with the profits and failures of the company. (10) Each investment option has advantages and disadvantages. (11) It is best to research all options before making your choice.
Transitional words or phrases are used in which sentence(s) ?

A) (2) , (5) , (7)
B) (1) , (4)
C) (3)

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Vassant Veloo · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Transitional words or phrases are used in sentences (2), (5), and (7). Sentence (2) uses first kind of investment, indicating a sequence. Sentence (5) uses second type of investment, also indicating a sequence. Sentence (7) uses third, and riskiest, type of investment, providing additional information. Therefore, the best choice is A.

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