The suggested causes of a given phenomenon cannot always be independently observed, and so it is hard to __ the possibility of there being explanations alternative to the one proposed.
A.account for
B.rule out
C.guard against
D.do with
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A.relations characterised by natural development; relations that are culturally determined; socially accepted behaviour among the group
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A.Americans don't trust their oversized government to use their power to keep the traditions.
B.Courts are often required to re-examine cases in case there has been a miscarriage of justice.
C.Groups who want to stop the death penalty often cause delays in its execution.
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A.prove
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A.simplifying the entire process of detection
B.the mechanic design of thermal cameras
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A.at large
B.by use
C.in vogue
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