Lydia: A Potential U.S. Congresswoman?

Lydia's Background

Lydia is 48 years old, single, outspoken, and very bright. She majored in philosophy as an undergraduate. As a student, she was deeply concerned with issues of discrimination and social justice, and she participated in anti-nuclear demonstrations.

Given Lydia's characteristics and background, it raises the question of what her future might hold in terms of her career and activism.

Probable Alternative

Which of the following alternatives is most probable?
  1. a. Lydia is a U.S. Congresswoman.
  2. b. Lydia is a U.S. Congresswoman and active in the feminist movement.
  3. c. Lydia is a U.S. Senator.
  4. d. Lydia is a U.S. Senator and active in the feminist movement.
Answer:

Lydia is a U.S. Congresswoman.

Explanation:

The most probable alternative will be Lydia being a congresswoman.

Lydia possesses all the characteristics necessary to be a successful Congresswoman. She is outspoken, bright, participated in advocacy (anti-nuclear demonstrations, discrimination and social justice). All the aforementioned are traits that a congress member will likely posses.

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