Vyshak wrote:
Why can't 'its' refer to the uses of 'pure science'? I am still not convinced with the given explanation.
Notice the word plural "optionS".
Best option 1: best option among uses of new truth 1
Best option 2: best option among uses of new truth 2
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Best option n: best option among uses of new truth n
There are multiple best options, each one corresponding to one particular new truth. Therefore the plural "their" referring to "new truths" is correct.
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