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An advisor is helping a student revise their essay for better flow and cohesion between paragraphs. Which strategy should they prioritize?

A Checking for grammatical errors and typos in each paragraph individually.
B Ensuring that each paragraph effectively transitions to the next, often by using transitional phrases or linking ideas.
C Rewriting sentences to make them longer and more descriptive.
D Confirming that every paragraph introduces a new, unrelated idea to demonstrate breadth.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Flow and cohesion are achieved when ideas connect logically across paragraphs. Effective transitions, whether explicit (transitional words) or implicit (linking concepts), guide the reader smoothly through the essay's narrative or argument.

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