The excerpts below are from an essay titled "Globalization of Science and Engineering Research." The essay analyzes data presented in a report called Science and Engineering Indicators 2010, which provides information about scientific research. What is the function of the second sentence of the conclusion? A. To introduce the author's opinion about science and engineering research
B. To summarize key evidence from the essay
C. To remind readers about the overall topic of the essay
D. To persuade readers to act in a certain way
