Select the Letter of the Verb in Parentheses That Is

question 36

Multiple Choice

Select the letter of the verb in parentheses that is consistent with the first verb in the sentence.
-The rents are rising in our neighborhood, and the citizens (are, were) concerned.

• A) are
• B) were

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Definitions:

Street Name

A practice where securities are held in the brokerage firm's name on behalf of a client, facilitating easier trade execution and maintenance.

Commercial Banks

Financial institutions that accept deposits, offer various loans, and provide other financial services to the public.

SEC Investigation

An inquiry conducted by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission into potential violations of securities laws or regulations.

Flash Crash of 2010

A very rapid and deep market decline, specifically on May 6, 2010, where major stock indices dropped and recovered dramatically within minutes.