A Paragraph Has Coherence When Each Sentence

question 52

Multiple Choice

A paragraph has coherence when each sentence

• A) is connected smoothly to the sentence before and the sentence after.
• B) uses parallel construction to develop one idea consistently and logically.
• C) demonstrates the "you" attitude through implied or stated reader benefits.
• D) uses nondiscriminatory language.
• E) uses the appropriate typeface and mechanics.

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Definitions:

Total Assets

The sum of all current and long-term assets owned by a company, representing its total resources or what it owns.

Retention Ratio

The percentage of net earnings held back in the company instead of being distributed to stockholders in the form of dividends.

Selling And Administrative Expenses

Costs incurred by a company that are not directly tied to product manufacturing, including expenses like marketing, salaries of sales personnel, and management salaries.

Interest Expense

The cost incurred by an entity for borrowed funds, often expressed as an annual percentage of the principal.