Question

the frozen wooly rhino mystery and the surrounding sediment did provide clues. (25) it is believed that sasha may have been trapped in a mud bog. (26) the mud likely suffocated her and preserved her body. (27) this tragic but fortunate event helped protect sasha from decomposition. (28) the mud kept scavengers away, and the cold temperatures of the permafrost further preserved her remains. (29) one remaining mystery is how sashas body ended up in the location where it was found. (30) tests on the sediment attached to her body indicated that it had been by water transported. (31) dr. prokop hypothesizes that a flood or river might have carried sashas body to its final resting place. (32) as the water receded, the wooly rhino was left behind, perfectly preserved in the frozen ground. (33) while sashas remarkable journey has been partially mapped, the investigation into her life and environment is ongoing. (34) by studying this well - preserved wooly rhino, they hope to gain deeper insights into the ice age ecosystems and the species that inhabited them. 6. the meaning of sentence 34 is unclear. which word or phrase should replace they in this sentence? a rhinos b. scientists c. some people d. the environment have a question or comment for your teacher?

Explanation:

In the context, the ones who are conducting the study and hoping to gain insights are scientists. "They" in sentence 34 refers to the researchers or scientists involved in the investigation of Sasha - the wooly rhino.

Answer:

B. scientists