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<!-- (Audio) Anna: Having the latest technology can be just as important. If people are working with outdated computers, it can be a setback for productivity. --> <!-- SPEAKING -->

--instructions--

Listen to the audio and answer the question below.

--questions--

--text--

Bob agrees with Anna but has his own argument. What should he say?

--answers--

True, but good office furniture can help prevent health issues.

--audio-id--

EN4af56a00


I completely disagree. Office furniture is the only important factor.

--audio-id--

EN90d9b6e1

--feedback--

Bob agrees with Anna, so he wouldn't completely disagree. Instead, he wants to add his own point.

--video-solution--

1

--explanation--

True, but… allows to agree with someone while adding a different point of view. This phrase is useful in discussions where you want to recognize a valid point while presenting your own argument. For example:

  • Person 1: AI tools can speed up coding.

  • Person 2: True, but they still make mistakes that need human review. - This person agrees that AI helps with coding but points out that it's not perfect and still requires human oversight.

--scene--

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