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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Nonrestrictive Elements and Parallel Structure

Question 17 • DBN LA 6-CR

Correct the parallel structure within the sentence by choosing the best revision.

Answer
A
Most students use the Internet to research facts and statistics, to find images to use in papers, and to chat with friends.
B
Most students use the Internet to research facts and statistics, finding images to use in papers, and chatting with friends.
C
Most students use the Internet. They research facts and statistics, find images, and chatting with friends.

Explanation

Choice A keeps all three actions in the same form: “to research,” “to find,” and “to chat.” This parallel structure makes the list clear and balanced. Choice B switches from an infinitive to “finding” and “chatting,” while choice C switches from “research” and “find” to “chatting.”

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