Section: Listening Part A

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Man	If Professor Thomas gave us a one-week extension, we would complete the research.
Woman	Hmm-- that would make a big difference.
Narrator	What does the woman imply?

1. They need extra time to complete the work.
2. Professor Thomas doesn't accept late work.
3. A week won't make much difference.
4. She'll have someone help her with the research.

The conversation starts with a conditional statement. In other words, "If something happens, a certain result will follow." Based on the idiomatic expression, "Hmm-- that would make a big difference," (A) is the correct response. (B) is neither expressed nor can it be inferred from the woman's response. (C) contradicts the woman's response. (D) is not mentioned and cannot be inferred from the conversation.