4. Which of the following would best describe the purpose of the fourth paragraph?
a. It refutes an argument presented by others in the medical field.
b. It provides an objective approach that has been expounded upon by many.
c. It serves to introduce the author’s misgivings about the media.
d. It denounces the accuracy of a study.
e. It combines the background information with the opinions of different medical professionals.
5. Which of the following statements is the author most likely to agree with?
a. Exciting new medical breakthroughs regarding the treatment of Alzheimer’s could be around the corner, but it is unknown how long the road ahead is.
b. The use of IVIG should be introduced to senile mice before it is used to treat people.
c. Research dedicated to a drug that doesn’t attack abnormal clumps but rather coaxes them should be paramount for any scientists involved in this study.
d. The media have a tendency to deliver misleading information to the public because sensationalism sells.
e. A national healthcare system could introduce medications to people with Alzheimer’s who couldn’t afford it otherwise.