In Each of the Following Sentences, a Blank Space Appears

question 8

Multiple Choice

In each of the following sentences, a blank space appears where the verb should be. Choose the correct past tense verb. Select the letter of the correct answer. After he ____ the pie, Chris wondered how many grams of fat it contained.

• A) eat
• B) eats
• C) ate

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Definitions:

Benchmarking

The practice of evaluating one's company operations and performance indicators against the highest standards in the industry or the optimal practices observed in other firms.

External Comparisons

The process of evaluating oneself, one's abilities, achievements, or conditions in relation to others.

Current Performance

The recent or ongoing level of effectiveness and achievement demonstrated by an individual or organization.

Qualitative Forecasting

A forecasting method that uses expert opinions and other non-quantifiable information to predict future events.