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The remarkable similarity of Thule artifacts throughout a vast region can, in part, be explained as a very rapid movement of people from one end of North America to the other.
(A) The remarkable similarity of Thule artifacts throughout a vast region can, in part, be explained as
(B) Thule artifacts being remarkably similar throughout a vast region, one explanation is
(C) That Thule artifacts are remarkably similar throughout a vast region is, in part, explainable as
(D) One explanation for the remarkable similarity of Thule artifacts throughout a vast region is that there was
(E) Throughout a vast region Thule artifacts are remarkably similar, with one explanation for this being
comma + with (adverbial modifier) = LINK 1 & LINK 2 & LINK 3 & LINK 4 & LINK 5 & LINK 6 &LINK 7
(A) The remarkable similarity of Thule artifacts throughout a vast region can, in part, be explained as
(B) Thule artifacts being remarkably similar throughout a vast region, one explanation is
(C) That Thule artifacts are remarkably similar throughout a vast region is, in part, explainable as
(D) One explanation for the remarkable similarity of Thule artifacts throughout a vast region is that there was
(E) Throughout a vast region Thule artifacts are remarkably similar, with one explanation for this being
comma + with (adverbial modifier) = LINK 1 & LINK 2 & LINK 3 & LINK 4 & LINK 5 & LINK 6 &LINK 7
Thule Artifacts
First glance
The opening of each answer choice changes significantly. This problem doesn’t have a great initial clue as to what the sentence may be testing. When this happens, pay special attention to overall sentence structure and meaning when reading the original sentence.
Issues
(1) Meaning: explained as
Logically, the sentence is trying to say that the fact that these artifacts are so similar can be explained by, or is due to, the fact that people were moving throughout this region; presumably, they were carrying these artifacts with them. Explained by, however, does not mean the same thing as explained as, which the sentence uses.
Explained as is used when you’re trying to connect or equate two things. For example, compare these two sentences:
A yawn can be explained as a generally involuntary reflex consisting of an intake of air accompanied by a release of pressure (or popping) in the eardrums. (This explains what a yawn is.)
The doctor’s endless yawning can be explained by her lack of sufficient sleep the night before. (This explains why she’s yawning.)
In the problem, the similarity of the artifacts is not a rapid movement of people. Rather, the similarity might be the result of this rapid movement. Eliminate answers (A) and (C).
(2) Meaning / Modifier: Thule artifacts … region
The opening modifier is constructed incorrectly. The word being is tricky to use properly. Consider this incorrect sentence:
The dogs being similar, one explanation is that they are siblings.
When the intent of the sentence is something like The fact that (X is true) can be explained by Y, don’t use the being construction above. In this case, the structure of the opening modifier does not indicate that the explanation in question is about why the dogs are similar. Eliminate answer (B).
(3) Meaning / Modifier: with … being
A comma + with modifier is an adverbial modifier; it refers to the main action taking place in the sentence. Consider these two correct examples:
He jumped crazily on the trampoline, with arms and legs flying everywhere.
She ate too much at dinner, with the result that she suffered indigestion.
In the first correct example, the comma with modifier describes an action taking place simultaneously with the main action. In the second correct example, the comma with modifier introduces a consequence of the main action.
In the problem, though, the comma with modifier tries to explain the main clause; this is not an acceptable way to structure this meaning. Consider this incorrect example:
She ate too much at dinner, with the explanation being that she hadn’t eaten anything all day.
Rather, She ate too much at dinner because she hadn’t eaten anything all day.
The Correct Answer
Correct answer (D) fixes the original meaning error by changing the structure of the sentence completely: One explanation for the remarkable similarity is that people moved around a lot.
The passive structure of the rest of that sentence (there was a very rapid movement of people) will likely cause many people to eliminate this choice. If you did, or were tempted to do so, remind yourself in future: there is nothing inherently wrong with the passive voice. Don’t eliminate just because a choice is passive.
Note: in the first printing of the 2016 edition of The Official Guide for GMAT Review, the question text on page 678 does not completely match the re-print of the same question on page 717. This solution follows the problem as printed on page 678.
(A) Meaning / Idiom
(B) Meaning
(C) Meaning / Idiom
(D) CORRECT
(E) Modifier / Meaning (with … being)
(B) Meaning
(C) Meaning / Idiom
(D) CORRECT
(E) Modifier / Meaning (with … being)
First glance
The opening of each answer choice changes significantly. This problem doesn’t have a great initial clue as to what the sentence may be testing. When this happens, pay special attention to overall sentence structure and meaning when reading the original sentence.
Issues
(1) Meaning: explained as
Logically, the sentence is trying to say that the fact that these artifacts are so similar can be explained by, or is due to, the fact that people were moving throughout this region; presumably, they were carrying these artifacts with them. Explained by, however, does not mean the same thing as explained as, which the sentence uses.
Explained as is used when you’re trying to connect or equate two things. For example, compare these two sentences:
A yawn can be explained as a generally involuntary reflex consisting of an intake of air accompanied by a release of pressure (or popping) in the eardrums. (This explains what a yawn is.)
The doctor’s endless yawning can be explained by her lack of sufficient sleep the night before. (This explains why she’s yawning.)
In the problem, the similarity of the artifacts is not a rapid movement of people. Rather, the similarity might be the result of this rapid movement. Eliminate answers (A) and (C).
(2) Meaning / Modifier: Thule artifacts … region
The opening modifier is constructed incorrectly. The word being is tricky to use properly. Consider this incorrect sentence:
The dogs being similar, one explanation is that they are siblings.
When the intent of the sentence is something like The fact that (X is true) can be explained by Y, don’t use the being construction above. In this case, the structure of the opening modifier does not indicate that the explanation in question is about why the dogs are similar. Eliminate answer (B).
(3) Meaning / Modifier: with … being
A comma + with modifier is an adverbial modifier; it refers to the main action taking place in the sentence. Consider these two correct examples:
He jumped crazily on the trampoline, with arms and legs flying everywhere.
She ate too much at dinner, with the result that she suffered indigestion.
In the first correct example, the comma with modifier describes an action taking place simultaneously with the main action. In the second correct example, the comma with modifier introduces a consequence of the main action.
In the problem, though, the comma with modifier tries to explain the main clause; this is not an acceptable way to structure this meaning. Consider this incorrect example:
She ate too much at dinner, with the explanation being that she hadn’t eaten anything all day.
Rather, She ate too much at dinner because she hadn’t eaten anything all day.
The Correct Answer
Correct answer (D) fixes the original meaning error by changing the structure of the sentence completely: One explanation for the remarkable similarity is that people moved around a lot.
The passive structure of the rest of that sentence (there was a very rapid movement of people) will likely cause many people to eliminate this choice. If you did, or were tempted to do so, remind yourself in future: there is nothing inherently wrong with the passive voice. Don’t eliminate just because a choice is passive.
Note: in the first printing of the 2016 edition of The Official Guide for GMAT Review, the question text on page 678 does not completely match the re-print of the same question on page 717. This solution follows the problem as printed on page 678.
12 Aug 2015, 20:22
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A. The remarkable similarity of Thule artifacts throughout a vast region can, in part, be explained as --- ‘explained as’ is wrong in the context it should be ‘explained by’
B. Thule artifacts being remarkable similar throughout a vast region (no verb), one explanation is—‘being remarkable’ used as modifier is not acceptable
C. That Thule artifacts are remarkable similar throughout a vast region, in part, explainable as – a fragment
D. One explanation for the remarkable similarity of Thule artifacts through a vast region is that there was – the best choice
E. Throughout a vast region Thule artifacts are remarkable similar, with one explanation for this being –
Remarkable similar – two adjectives in sequence is weird, it should be ‘remarkably similar’
B. Thule artifacts being remarkable similar throughout a vast region (no verb), one explanation is—‘being remarkable’ used as modifier is not acceptable
C. That Thule artifacts are remarkable similar throughout a vast region, in part, explainable as – a fragment
D. One explanation for the remarkable similarity of Thule artifacts through a vast region is that there was – the best choice
E. Throughout a vast region Thule artifacts are remarkable similar, with one explanation for this being –
Remarkable similar – two adjectives in sequence is weird, it should be ‘remarkably similar’
15 Dec 2015, 01:27
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1. How can we generalize that ‘explained as’ is always incorrect in GMAT?. Everything is contextual, isn’t it? Here are some genuine examples of ‘explained as’ and ‘explained by’
The Tajmahal is explained as a monument of love and caring of a husband for his wife.
A Himalayan blunder can be explained as a blunder as great or tall as the Himalayas.
GMAT can be explained as a test of endurance and application
Examples for ‘explained by’
The cascading downfalls in the history of stock markets can be only explained by the investors’ bandwagon psychology
The reason behind the FIFA muddle can be explained by the venality some depraved souls.
2. One explanation need not be ‘one more explanation; It can also be ‘only one explanation’ . A meaning change is not a possibility in D, as far as I see.
1. How can we generalize that ‘explained as’ is always incorrect in GMAT?. Everything is contextual, isn’t it? Here are some genuine examples of ‘explained as’ and ‘explained by’
The Tajmahal is explained as a monument of love and caring of a husband for his wife.
A Himalayan blunder can be explained as a blunder as great or tall as the Himalayas.
GMAT can be explained as a test of endurance and application
Examples for ‘explained by’
The cascading downfalls in the history of stock markets can be only explained by the investors’ bandwagon psychology
The reason behind the FIFA muddle can be explained by the venality some depraved souls.
2. One explanation need not be ‘one more explanation; It can also be ‘only one explanation’ . A meaning change is not a possibility in D, as far as I see.
