Which statement best expresses the main emphasis of the text passage?
Answer choices for the above question
A. Lipreaders comprehend an average of 30 percent of what is being said, but this is not enough to communicate successfully.
B. Most people only comprehend 30 percent of the average conversation, but often miss important information.
C. Kolb can, on average, comprehend 30 percent of any conversation, so she gets by.
D. Kolb uses analogies to explain how much 30 percent of anything really is.
B. Most people only comprehend 30 percent of the average conversation, but often miss important information.
The best statement that expresses the main emphasis of the text passage is option B: "Most people only comprehend 30 percent of the average conversation, but often miss important information."
To determine the best answer choice for this question, we need to carefully read and analyze the text passage. The passage discusses the level of comprehension of lipreaders, particularly focusing on an individual named Kolb who can understand approximately 30 percent of any conversation. The passage implies that this level of comprehension is not sufficient for successful communication.
Based on this analysis, the answer choice that best expresses the main emphasis of the text passage would be:
A. Lipreaders comprehend an average of 30 percent of what is being said, but this is not enough to communicate successfully.