PSAT Reading Question 553: Answer and Explanation

Question: 553

As it is used in line 47, "arcs" most nearly means

• A. discharges of energy.
• B. curvatures of machinery.
• C. portions of circles.
• D. lines of development.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

(D) "Lines of development" is correct because in the context of the first paragraph of Passage 2, the "arcs" are referring to gradual trends in cooking innovation. The other options provide valid definitions of "arc" but not appropriate definitions in this context.