Question

read this passage:
businesses can save a lot of energy by changing a few habits. (1)
______, many japanese businesses turn off the lights for one hour
per day, usually during lunch. japan has (2) ______ implemented a
policy of cool biz, in which employees are allowed to dress more
casually during the summer months. this policy prevents
businesses from having to run their air conditioners constantly.
which transitions would most naturally fit in the two blank spaces?
a. (1) however; (2) also
b. (1) for example; (2) also
c. (1) for example; (2) however
d. (1) also; (2) however

Explanation:

1. For blank (1): The sentence before it states a general claim about businesses saving energy, and the following sentence gives a specific example of Japanese businesses doing this. "For example" correctly introduces this illustrative case, while "However" (contrast) and "Also" (additional general point) do not fit the logical flow.
2. For blank (2): The text is introducing a second energy-saving measure from Japan, so "also" correctly signals an additional related policy. "However" would imply a contrast, which is not present here.

Answer:

B. (1) For example; (2) also