Which Sentence De-Emphasizes the Nonessential Sentence Elements

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which sentence de-emphasizes the nonessential sentence elements?

• A) Our monthly expenditures, which include rent, insurance, and utilities, have increased by 6 percent.
• B) Only two mail services--Express and LM Couriers--guarantee delivery by noon the next day.
• C) Taxation at all levels (federal, state, and local) grew in the previous decade.

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Definitions:

Learning Disorder

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