Examine the sentence taken from a report. Which relationship is established by the transitional phrase "for example" with its preceding content? "The Mills Company, for example, has conducted such a program for the past eleven years."
A) Contrast
B) Cause-result
C) Likeness
D) Explanation or elaboration
E) Listing or enumeration of subjects

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The transitional phrase "for example" is used to provide an elaboration or explanation of the preceding content, indicating that the Mills Company is an example of a company that has conducted such a program. Therefore, the correct answer is D) Explanation or elaboration.

Examine the Sentence Taken from a Report