Question

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In science writing, what is the purpose of historical points of reference?

a. to help readers connect prior knowledge to new discoveries
b. to help readers understand an especially difficult concept or idea
c. to help readers sympathize with past scientists
d. to help readers understand the complete history of a scientific idea

Answer 1

I honestly think the answer is D.

Answer 2

It’s A, because studying the past allows you to have a glimpse into both the history of the world and how we discovered everything we know about the world today.