British World War II propaganda called for British citizens to participate in city-wide blackouts, encouraging them to “eat carrots,” as carrots were believed to be essential for night sight. _____ while scientific studies have shown that carrots are high in vitamin A, which is good for eye health, they do not give people the ability to see in the dark.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
Choose 1 answer:
Choose 1 answer:
(Choice A) Furthermore,
A
Furthermore,
(Choice B) However,
B
However,
(Choice C) As a result,
C
As a result,
(Choice D) Similarly,
D
Similarly,

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The most logical transition to complete the text is:

(Choice B) However,

Using "however" indicates a contrast between the propaganda's claim about carrots aiding night vision and the scientific understanding that, while carrots are good for eye health, they do not enhance vision in the dark.