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 Because signals an effect and as a result signals a cause. Because signals an effect and as a result signals a cause. Both because and as a result signal an effect. Both because and as a result signal an effect. 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.

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

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