SAT OwlQuestion bank / Words in Context
The researchers' early results were promising, but they were careful not to ______ their findings. In their report, they stressed that the study included only forty participants and that larger trials would be needed before any firm conclusions could be drawn.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
publish
ignore
overstate
replicate
Show answer and explanation
Answer: C
The researchers emphasize their small sample and the need for larger trials. They are being careful not to claim more than the evidence supports, so "overstate" fits.
Choice A, "publish," does not work because the text describes their report, so they did publish the findings.
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