The author’s use of the word "merely" in the sentence is significant. It suggests that the speaker is not simply making an observation about the subject, but is instead making a judgment about the subject. This judgment is further emphasized by the use of the phrase "in the end." What is the most likely reason why the author uses the word "merely"?
","stem_html":"In this passage, the author’s use of the word "merely" is most likely intended to
","rationale_html":"The word "merely" implies that the speaker is making a judgment about the subject, as opposed to simply making an observation. This judgment is further emphasized by the phrase "in the end." The author’s purpose is to highlight the speaker’s opinion on the subject.
","correct_answer":["A"],"has_media":false,"has_mathml":false,"has_table":false,"source_created_at":null,"source_updated_at":null,"options":[{"label":"A","content_html":"emphasize the speaker's opinion of the subject.
","ord":0},{"label":"B","content_html":"indicate the speaker’s uncertainty about the subject.
","ord":1},{"label":"C","content_html":"contrast the speaker's opinion with the opinions of others.
","ord":2},{"label":"D","content_html":"introduce a new idea about the subject.
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