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1) The teacher explained the concept patiently, using examples to illustrate her points. Her voice was calm, her tone encouraging. Students nodded, understanding the material more clearly. By the end of the class, they were confident in their abilities.

How does sentence length variation improve the paragraph?

2) The speech was interesting.

How does adding specific details improve this sentence?

3) The recommendations were approved by the committee after much discussion. The committee approved the recommendations after much discussion.

Which sentence uses active voice effectively?

4) She enjoys hiking in the mountains, swimming in the ocean, and to explore new cities. Her weekends are always full of adventure.

How can the first sentence be rewritten to correct parallel structure?

5) The organization is renowned for its charitable work. It’s planning to expand its reach internationally.

Which option uses "its" and "it's" correctly?

6) The committee released a detailed report. It outlines plans for future development.

How does adding an appositive clarify the sentence?

7) I said, "Let’s meet at 5:00 PM."

Which revision uses proper punctuation for dialogue?

8) The scientist explained, "The results were inconclusive."

Which option integrates the quotation correctly?

9) The school had less applicants this year than in previous years.

How does using "fewer" improve the sentence?

10) After Sarah spoke with Emily, she decided to revise her essay.

Which revision eliminates ambiguity about "she"?

11) The company recently launched a smartphone with an advanced camera and long battery life. The company claims that its new phone is better than any smartphone on the market. However, reviewers pointed out that some competing models offer features that the new phone lacks.

Which revision corrects the faulty comparison in the underlined sentence?

12) The dog ran after the cat, but it escaped.

Which revision eliminates ambiguity about "it"?

13) She was preparing dinner when her friends arrive unexpectedly.

Which revision corrects the verb tense shift?

14) The hiking trail offers breathtaking views of the mountains and valleys. Visitors often say it is longer and more challenging than any trail in the state. However, park officials emphasize that other trails have similar features.

How can the faulty comparison in the underlined sentence be corrected?

15) The Titanic sank on its maiden voyage. This disaster shocked the world.

How does adding an appositive clarify the sentence?

16) The team worked late into the night, they wanted to finish the project before the deadline. Their dedication impressed the manager.

Which revision fixes the comma splice?

17) The athlete performed well.

How does the addition of details improve the sentence?

18) The speaker concluded her remarks and answers questions from the audience.

Which revision avoids the shift in verb tense?

19) The restaurant is known for its authentic Italian cuisine. It’s one of the most popular dining spots in the city.

Which choice correctly uses "its" and "it's"?

20) The report concludes that "many factors contribute to climate change."

Which revision integrates the quotation correctly?

21) Every one of the books have been reviewed by the committee.

Which option corrects the subject-verb agreement error?

22) The city’s new skyscraper is an architectural marvel with cutting-edge design. Promotional materials boast that it is taller than any building in the downtown area. However, some argue that its functionality does not match its height.

Which revision corrects the faulty comparison?

23) The conference started late, many attendees were already impatient. The keynote speaker eventually delivered a thought-provoking presentation.

Which revision avoids the comma splice in the first sentence?

24) She wanted to leave early, but she finished her work first, and then she left.

Which revision avoids improper conjunction use?

25) The garden is beautiful.

How does adding details improve the sentence?

26)
The autumn leaves fell gently to the ground, creating a colorful carpet of reds, oranges, and yellows. The air was crisp, carrying the faint scent of woodsmoke.

Which option uses descriptive language effectively?

27) Neither the manager nor the employees is satisfied with the current schedule.

Which option corrects the subject-verb agreement error?

28) The hikers reached the summit, although the trail was challenging.

How does placing the dependent clause first improve the sentence?

29) The team celebrated its victory, after they worked hard all season.

How does moving the dependent clause improve the sentence?

30) The team made less mistakes during the final match than in previous games.

How does using "fewer" instead of "less" improve the sentence?

31) She completed the project successfully because she managed her time well.

How does moving the dependent clause enhance the sentence?

32) Mistakes were identified by the auditor during the review. The auditor identified mistakes during the review.

Which sentence uses active voice?

33) A good teacher not only imparts knowledge but also inspires curiosity in students. Curiosity is inspired in students by good teachers who also impart knowledge.

How can the sentence be restructured to emphasize the main idea?

34) The teacher said, "You can submit your assignment tomorrow."

Which revision uses correct punctuation?

35) The new initiative will improve local infrastructure and create more jobs. More jobs will be created, and infrastructure will be improved by the new initiative.

Which revision best emphasizes the main idea?

36) The report was written by the team to highlight their findings. The team wrote the report to highlight their findings.

Which sentence uses active voice effectively?

37) The small cafe was cozy, with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafting through the air. Soft jazz music played in the background, adding to the warm ambiance.

Which sentence uses descriptive language effectively?

38) The restaurant was crowded, and the service was slow, but the food was excellent.

Which revision avoids improper conjunction use?

39) The company has unveiled a new marketing strategy. Its focus is on improving customer engagement, and it’s expected to increase sales significantly.

Which revision maintains correct usage of "its" and "it's"?

40) The novel explores themes of freedom and identity, stating that "true freedom begins within."

What is the best way to integrate the quotation?

41) The grocery store had less customers than usual on Monday.

How does replacing "less" with "fewer" improve the sentence?

42) The best selling author released her latest novel to critical acclaim. The page turning thriller quickly became a bestseller. Fans praised the fast paced plot and relatable characters.

Which revision properly uses hyphenation?

43) The city was bustling with activity. Vendors shouted their wares, and cars honked incessantly. Bright neon signs lit up the streets, and the aroma of street food filled the air. Crowds moved through the narrow sidewalks, their voices blending into a chaotic symphony.

How does sentence length variation improve the paragraph?

44) The snow blanketed the town, transforming the rooftops and streets into a sparkling white landscape. Icicles hung from eaves, glittering like crystals in the winter sun.

Which option uses descriptive language effectively?

45) The well maintained park was a favorite among local families. Its state of the art playground and wide open spaces offered something for everyone. The park was also known for its weekly farmer’s market.

Which revision properly uses hyphenation?

46) The ancient castle stood atop a hill, its imposing walls a reminder of the region’s tumultuous past. The interior of the castle featured grand halls, narrow staircases, and hidden passageways. Visitors wandered through its corridors, imagining the lives of those who once lived there. Its history captivated historians and tourists alike.

How does varying sentence length improve this paragraph?

47) "Don’t forget to lock the door," she reminded him.

Which revision properly punctuates the dialogue?

48) The manager emailed the employee about the project deadline. He said it needed to be completed by Friday.

Which revision avoids ambiguity about "he"?

49) The teacher gave the students their assignments. She explained that they were due next week.

Which revision avoids an unclear antecedent?

50) The manager approved the proposal, and he sent it to the director. He suggested some revisions.

Which revision avoids ambiguity about "he"?

1) The line 2x + 5y = 15 has what slope?

2) Which of the following is true for the lines y = 2x + 1 and y = 2x

3) If 2x - 3y = 6, what is the y-intercept of the line?

4) Two angles are vertical angles. One angle measures 6x + 8, and the other measures 4x + 18. Find x.

5) If tan x = 1, what is a possible value of x in the interval 0 ≤ x ≤ 2π?

6) Two parallel lines are cut by a transversal. If one of the consecutive interior angles measures 70°, what is the measure of the other consecutive interior angle?

7) A curve is defined by the parametric equations x = 4cos(t) and y = 4sin(t). Which of the following is the equation of the curve in rectangular coordinates?

8) A computer’s price decreased by 10% and then 20% of the new price. If the original price was $1,000, what is the final price?

9) In the figure, ∠A = 120° and ∠B = 2x + 10°. If ∠A and ∠B are supplementary, find x.

10) A bakery increases the price of a cake from $40 to $50. What is the percentage increase in price?

11) If z=2+3i and w=1−i, what is z−w?

12) A ladder leans against a wall at an angle of 60 degrees with the ground. The foot of the ladder is 7 feet from the wall. How long is the ladder?

13) What is the value of cos x for x = 240°?

14) If z=2+3i and w=1−i, what is z−w?

15) A house’s value increases by 10% annually. If the current value is $300,000, what will it be after two years?

16) If z=2+3i and w=1−i, what is z−w?

17) Which pair of angles are congruent when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal?

18) Which of the following represents i⁴?

19) In triangle ABC, angle A is 30 degrees, side b is 10 and side a is 5. What is the measure of angle B?

20) What is the equation of a line perpendicular to y = 2x + 3?

21) What is the value of x if two supplementary angles measure 5x + 10 and 4x − 20?

22) What is the distance between the points (2, 3) and (-1, -1)?

23) If z=4+i, what is z²?

24) Find the value of tan x for x = 240°:

25) A population decreases by 5% per year. If the current population is 1,000,000, what will it be after two years?

26) Two parallel lines are cut by a transversal. If one of the corresponding angles measures 65°, what is the measure of its corresponding angle?

27) Two angles are complementary. If one angle measures 3x − 5 and the other measures x + 15, what is x?

28) Two angles are complementary. If one angle measures x + 10 and the other angle measures 2x − 40, find x.

29) The price of an item increased by 12% from $45. What is the new price?

30) Simplify 1/(3+4i).

31) A savings account earns an annual interest of 5% compounded annually. If $10,000 is deposited, how much will the account have after two years?

32) A car was purchased for $25,000 and depreciates 15% annually. What will the value of the car be after two years?

33) If f(x) = 2sin(x)cos(x), which of the following is equivalent to f(x)?

34) A line passes through the points (2,3) and (4,7). What is the slope of a line perpendicular to it?

35) If z=3i, what is z³?

36) A smartphone is discounted by 35% from its original price of $800. What is the discounted price?

37) A ship leaves port and sails 10 nautical miles due north, then turns and sails 20 nautical miles on a bearing of N60°E. How far is the ship from the port?

38) A salary of $50,000 is increased by 15%. What is the new salary?

39) A projectile is launched with an initial velocity of v₀ at an angle θ with the horizontal. The horizontal distance x traveled by the projectile is given by x = (v₀²sin(2θ))/g, where g is the acceleration due to gravity. If the projectile is launched with an initial velocity of 100 m/s, what angle θ (in degrees) maximizes the horizontal distance traveled?

40) Find the point where the line y = 3x - 1 intersects the x-axis.

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42) If z=2+3i and w=1−i, what is z−w?

43) What is i²³?

44) If z=2+3i and w=1−i, what is z−w?

45) A shop marks up its products by 25% of the wholesale price. If the wholesale price of a product is $160, what is the selling price?

46) Which of the following lines is perpendicular to y = -(1/2)x + 3?

47) A line passes through the points (-2, 4) and (1, -2). What is its equation?

48) Which of the following is the equation of a horizontal line passing through (3, -2)?

49) If the y-intercept of a line is 5 and its slope is -3, what is its equation?

50) For the equations

• 2x - y = 7
• 4x + 3y = 1

Find the solution.