PSAT Reading Question 404: Answer and Explanation

Question: 404

The author of Passage 2 would most likely categorize the author of Passage 1 under which of the following labels?

• A. Many, line 36
• B. Others, line 37
• C. Researchers, line 39
• D. Professionals, line 45

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

(A) Choice (A) refers to "many" people who argue that genetic research has been positive. The author of Passage 1 could certainly fall into this group of people, because Passage 1 is about how genetic research is leading to more effective, individualized medical treatment. Choice (B) is wrong because Passage 1 does not consider any severe consequences of genetic research. Choices (C) and (D) don't work because we have no reason to believe that the author of Passage 1 is either a researcher or a medical professional.