Students often struggle _ understanding complex academic texts _ a first reading.

A with / on

B in / at

C for / with

D on / in

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

The correct prepositional phrases are 'struggle with something' (to experience difficulty with) and 'on a first reading' (referring to an occasion or attempt).

💡 Why is A) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Students often struggle ___ understanding complex academic texts ___ a first reading." is Option A: with / on.

The other options — B) in / at, C) for / with, D) on / in — are incorrect for this IELTS Exam Prep question. As explained above: The correct prepositional phrases are 'struggle with something' (to experience difficulty with) and 'on a first reading' (referring to an occasion or attempt).

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Students often struggle ___ understanding complex academic texts ___ a first reading.

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

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