Read the sentence from an argumentative essay about chemical waste. The chemical waste produced by factories is out of hand, and factory owners should get in trouble.Which revision offers the most improvement in word choice?
Answer
A
The chemical waste produced by factories is insane, and factory owners should be punished.
B
The chemical waste produced by factories is dangerous, and factory owners should be held accountable.
C
The chemical waste produced by factories is huge, and factory owners should get it under control.
D
The chemical waste produced by factories is manageable, and factory owners deserve blame.
Explanation
“Dangerous” describes the possible harm caused by chemical waste more precisely than the informal phrase “out of hand.” “Held accountable” is also more appropriate and specific than “get in trouble” in an argumentative essay. Choice B improves both phrases while keeping the sentence’s critical meaning.
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