Using Punctuation Answers

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Which sentence uses an ellipsis to shorten the quotation while retaining its meaning?

“Recent studies . . . show that more advertising does . . . significantly increase market share.”

“Recent studies . . . significantly increase market share.”

“Recent studies . . . show that more advertising does not significantly increase market share.”

“Recent studies, including the study conducted . . . significantly increase market share.”

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

“Most musicians . . . require formal training to succeed,” writes T. Green (in Notes (2009)).

“(Dana P. Stone) performed at the rally . . . writes Amir Bari [in his book].”

According to the author . . . “Learning should be its own reward.”

J. Goldstein writes, “Today, an internship is the best path . . . to career success” [italics added].

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