Many urban areas suffer from traffic congestion; ______, public transport remains underfunded.

A however

B therefore

C in addition

D moreover

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

'However' is used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has just been said. It fits perfectly between two contrasting ideas separated by a semicolon.

💡 Why is A) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Many urban areas suffer from traffic congestion; ______, public transport remains underfunded." is Option A: however.

The other options — B) therefore, C) in addition, D) moreover — are incorrect for this IELTS Exam Prep question. As explained above: 'However' is used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has just been said. It fits perfectly between two contrasting ideas separated by a semicolon.

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Many urban areas suffer from traffic congestion; ______, public transport remains underfunded.

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

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