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The most likely reason the author includes this detail about reading the book is to —
A
engage the reader in describing a relatable situation.
B
establish scientific credentials to inform others about octopuses.
C
introduce scientific evidence from a leading octopus researcher
D
reveal to the reader the relevance of an ordinary incident
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The mention of reading the book links the everyday incident to a broader point — it shows why the ordinary event mattered. It’s not meant to establish scientific credentials (B), present expert evidence (C), or merely make the scene relatable (A) as much as to reveal the incident’s relevance.
The mention of reading the book links the everyday incident to a broader point — it shows why the ordinary event mattered. It’s not meant to establish scientific credentials (B), present expert evidence (C), or merely make the scene relatable (A) as much as to reveal the incident’s relevance.
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