Question

Which statement is true about the transitions because and as a result in the following sentences? Amir reached his savings goal because he worked hard at his new job all summer. As a result, he was able to buy the new skates that he wanted. (1 point) Responses Both because and as a result signal a cause. Both because and as a result signal a cause. Because signals a cause and as a result signals an effect. Because signals a cause and as a result signals an effect. Both because and as a result signal an effect. Both because and as a result signal an effect. Because signals an effect and as a result signals a cause.

Answer 1

The correct statement is: **Because signals a cause and as a result signals an effect.**

In the sentences provided, "because" indicates the reason Amir reached his savings goal (the cause), while "as a result" indicates the outcome of reaching that goal (the effect).