Here's why:
* Signal Word: It signals to the reader that an example is coming up to illustrate a point.
* Transitional Cue: It helps the reader understand the logical connection between ideas. The example provided after "for example" clarifies or expands upon the preceding statement.
Other examples of transitional cues that signal examples include:
* For instance
* Such as
* To illustrate
* Specifically
* In other words
These cues help readers follow the flow of the text and understand the relationships between different parts of the writing.