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Difficulty: EasyCollocation and Idiomatic Fit

Although the lead researcher was initially skeptical of the proposed methodology, the laboratory's final experimental results proved to be entirely ________ the theoretical predictions, earning the project unanimous approval from the ethics board. Which of the following options best completes the sentence?

  1. consistent withAnswer
  2. B
    inconsistent with
  3. C
    consistent to
  4. D
    compatible to
  5. E
    indifferent to

Answer

consistent with
The correct answer, 'consistent with', fits both the logical context and standard English idiom. The opening word 'Although' indicates a transition from initial skepticism to positive alignment, and 'consistent' correctly pairs with the preposition 'with'.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze structural transition signals
The sentence begins with the concession signal 'Although', establishing a contrast between initial skepticism and the positive final outcome ('unanimous approval').
Understanding the logic of the sentence indicates that the results must support or agree with the theoretical predictions.
2
Identify the required idiomatic pattern
The adjective expressing agreement or alignment with data requires the preposition 'with'.
In standard English, the idiom 'consistent' takes the preposition 'with' when denoting harmony or agreement between facts.
3
Evaluate options for semantic and idiomatic accuracy
'consistent with' satisfies both the logical requirement of agreement and standard prepositional collocation rules.
Other options either use incorrect prepositions ('consistent to', 'compatible to') or violate the sentence logic ('inconsistent with', 'indifferent to').

Key Concept

Collocation and Idiomatic Fit
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Collocation and Idiomatic Fit

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