Use the passage to answer the question. If an author wanted to refine the definition of conspiracy theory, which could be included in the next paragraph? (1 point)

Question

"People — even smart and savvy ones — mix up conspiracy theories, falsehoods and myths. Here is the key difference: A conspiracy — and by extension a conspiracy theory — must involve a group of people conducting secret deeds that disadvantage or infringe on the rights of others."

Responses
a restatement of the definition of conspiracy theory
the use of figurative language to provide nonliteral meanings
an example of a myth contrasted with a conspiracy theory
the introduction of a new, unrelated topic

Answer 1

The most appropriate option to refine the definition of conspiracy theory would be:

a restatement of the definition of conspiracy theory

This would reinforce and clarify the key elements already presented in the passage.