PSAT Writing and Language Question 645: Answer and Explanation

Question: 645

Which of the following would provide the most specific and relevant elaboration to conclude this sentence?

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. are 2.5 times as likely as those with a basic reading ability to earn $850 or more per week.
• C. are twice as likely as those who do not read to spend over $100 a year on books and periodicals.
• D. are demonstrably more effective at remembering not just the broad ideas of what they read, but the finer details.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

(B) The previous sentence speaks of a strong connection between reading skills and career success. Our question requires a choice that is a "specific and relevant elaboration" on that previous sentence. Choice (A) refers to joy attained from reading, which is irrelevant. Choice (C) refers to consumer habits, which is irrelevant. Choice (D) refers to memory, which is irrelevant. Choice (B) is the only option that refers to career success.