The Following Sentences Form a Paragraph

question 11

Multiple Choice

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each pair, select the answer with more sentence variety. Which answer choice has sentence variety?

• A) Michelle majored in sociology, the study of human behavior; her thesis explored race, success, and the black community. With her high grades and a maturing philosophy, Michelle attended Harvard Law School, graduated, and joined a Chicago law firm.
• B) Michelle majored in sociology, the study of human social behavior. Her thesis explored race, success, and the black community. Michelle had high grades and a maturing point of view. She attended Harvard Law School. She graduated. She joined a Chicago law firm.

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Definitions:

Gross Misstatements

Significant errors or falsehoods in a financial statement or other crucial documents.

Reasonable Investigation

A diligent inquiry or examination to discover facts or gather evidence, conducted within the bounds of what is considered reasonable under the circumstances.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act

A U.S. federal law enacted to protect investors by improving the accuracy and reliability of corporate disclosures.

Public Company Auditors

Are independent entities or individuals tasked with examining and verifying the accuracy of a publicly traded company's financial statements.