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GMAT Craft and Structure : (Structure) Questions
Recent comprehensive studies have provided compelling evidence about cryptocurrency adoption patterns across different demographic groups. Data from multiple financial institutions shows consistent trends in digital currency usage, while regulatory agencies have published detailed frameworks that align across major economic regions. With this substantial body of research now available, most economists can ______ the primary factors driving mainstream cryptocurrency acceptance.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
speculate about
definitively identify
dismiss entirely
continue debating
Step 1: Decode and Map the Passage
Part A: Passage Analysis Table
| Text from Passage | Analysis |
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| "Recent comprehensive studies have provided compelling evidence about cryptocurrency adoption patterns across different demographic groups." |
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| "Data from multiple financial institutions shows consistent trends in digital currency usage," |
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| "while regulatory agencies have published detailed frameworks that align across major economic regions." |
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| "With this substantial body of research now available, most economists can ______" |
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| "the primary factors driving mainstream cryptocurrency acceptance." |
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Part B: Passage Architecture & Core Elements
Main Point: With substantial research from multiple sources showing consistent patterns, economists now have enough evidence to take a definitive stance on cryptocurrency adoption factors.
Argument Flow: The passage builds a case for strong, consistent evidence by citing three sources (studies, financial data, regulatory frameworks), then concludes that this substantial research enables economists to take some action regarding the main factors driving crypto acceptance.
Step 2: Interpret the Question Precisely
This is a fill-in-the-blank question asking us to choose the best logical connector. The answer must create the right relationship between what comes before and after the blank.
Step 3: Prethink the Answer
- The passage builds up substantial evidence from multiple sources - studies provide compelling evidence, financial data shows consistent trends, and regulatory frameworks align across major economic regions
- This creates a foundation of strong, convergent research
- The right answer should indicate that economists can now make definitive determinations about cryptocurrency factors, not just guess or continue being uncertain
speculate about
- This suggests economists can only make educated guesses, contradicting the buildup of compelling evidence and consistent trends
definitively identify
- Matches the strength of evidence described and creates logical flow: strong evidence enables definitive conclusions
dismiss entirely
- Makes no logical sense - why would strong evidence lead economists to dismiss the factors?
continue debating
- Suggests ongoing uncertainty despite substantial research with consistent trends and aligned frameworks indicating consensus has emerged