gmataspirant2009 wrote:
An unusually strong cyclist can, it is hoped, provide enough power to set a new distance record for human-powered aircraft in MIT’s diaphanous construction of graphite fiber and plastic.
(A) can, it is hoped, provide enough power to set
(B) it is hoped, can provide enough power that will set
(C) hopefully can provide enough power, this will set
(D) is hopeful to set
(E) hopes setting
A seems fine..but the "it is hoped" kind of not really...
can X TO -> shows purpose. B uses THAT - so the purpose is changed.
C - enough power for what? Not good
D - changes the meaning...a cyclist is hopeful...not correct
E - a cyclist hopes - not correct.