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Modern oceanographers utilize advanced sonar technology to map the uncharted depths of the ocean floor. To analyze these areas, researchers rely on highly detailed three-dimensional maps of underwater topography. This scientific data is crucial for understanding plate tectonics and marine ecosystems.

Which choice best maintains the academic and professional tone established in the passage?

  1. NO CHANGEAnswer
  2. B
    bank on
  3. C
    place their absolute dependency upon
  4. D
    rely to

Answer

NO CHANGE
The original phrasing 'rely on' is grammatically correct and fits seamlessly with the academic, objective, and professional tone established in the passage.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the context and established tone of the passage.
The passage uses formal, scientific language such as 'utilize advanced sonar technology' and 'uncharted depths,' establishing an academic and professional tone.
Identifying the overall tone helps eliminate options that are too informal or excessively wordy.
2
Evaluate the underlined portion and the choices for tone consistency and grammar.
The original phrase 'rely on' is standard, professional, and grammatically correct. The option 'bank on' is too casual. The phrase 'place their absolute dependency upon' is unnecessarily wordy and pretentious. The option 'rely to' is ungrammatical because the verb 'rely' requires the preposition 'on'.
Comparing choices ensures the selected option is both grammatically sound and stylistically consistent with the rest of the text.

Key Concept

Tone Consistency
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