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Question of the Day

Mark A, B, C, or D in the comments to indicate your change for the following paragraph:

1] As a child, I always yearned for a pet of my own. 2] Specifically, I wanted a dog. 3] We had a family dog in my formative years, one who was loyal, playful, and sweet; and I loved him dearly. 4] But he was a family pet, belonging to and equally loyal to all of us. 5] I wanted a special bond with a dog that was all mine’ and no one elses. 6] A dog that was loyal to me above all else.

A. No Change
B. We had a family dog in my formative years, one who was loyal, playful, and sweet, I loved him dearly.
C. We had a family dog in my formative years, one who was loyal, playful, and sweet, and I loved him dearly.
D. We had a family dog in my formative years, one who was loyal, playful, and sweet and I loved him dearly.

Question of the Day

Mark A, B, C, or D on the comments to indicate the correct revision:

18] In 2002, Smith’s dedication to his mission surfaces once again with the authoring of his children’s book, And the Winner Is. [19] Scholastic Books describes the story as: young basketball player learns the importance of both winning and losing gracefully. [20] Scholastic explains the book’s themes as: good sportsmanship, humility, and belief in oneself. [21] The powerful messages of the text and the original, unforgettable songs will resonate with kids in a fun, hip, and educational way.

[22] In spite of his acting and writing sidelines, Smith never strayed from his musical talents and in 2003 released yet another album, 10, followed by,The DEFinition, soon thereafter. [23] While you may not recognize the name James Todd Smith, you most likely know Smith by his stage name: Ladies Love Cool James. [24] In shortened form, he is most commonly known as, LL Cool J.

A. In spite of his acting and writing sidelines, Smith never strayed from his musical talents. In 2003, he released yet another album, 10, followed by The DEFinition, soon thereafter.
B. In spite of his acting and writing sidelines, Smith never strayed from his musical talents. And, in 2003, released yet another album, 10, followed by The DEFinition, soon thereafter.
C. In spite of his acting and writing sidelines, Smith never strayed from his musical talents. In 2003, Smith released yet another album, 10, followed by The DEFinition, soon thereafter.
D. In spite of his acting and writing sidelines, Smith never strayed from his musical talents. In 2003, released yet another album, 10, followed by The DEFinition, soon thereafter.

Question of the Day

Question of the Day

Mark A, B, C, or D in the comment section to indicate your answer:

Simplify this equation and solve for the value of n.

7(n+5) = 0

A.
7(n+5)=7(n)+5=7n+5

7n=−5

n=0.714

B.
7(n+5)=7(5n)=35n

7(n+5)=7(n)+7(5)=7n+7(5)=7n+35

7n=−35

n=−5

C.
7(n+5)=7(n)+7(5)=7n+7(5)=7n+35

D.
7(n+5)=7(n)+7(5)=7n+7(5)=7n+35

7n=−35

n=−5

Question of the Day

Choose the best revision for the following sentence by typing A, B, C, or D in the comment section:

[13] The end of the 1990s launched another of Smith’s interests in writing. [14] Penning his own autobiography, I Make My Own Rules, Smith shares his allegiance for making a difference in our next generation of leaders. [15] Establishing an annual youth summer camp, Smith sends over 100 children annually. [16] The troubled students learn responsibility and leadership skills. [17] In doing so, he hopes to provide opportunities for these youngsters to make a difference.

A. no change
B. The end of the 1990’s launched another of Smith’s interests in writing.
C. The end of the 1990s launched another of Smith’s interests; becoming an author.
D. The end of the 1990s launched another of Smiths’ interests: becoming an author.

Question of the Day

Choose the best revision for the following sentence by typing A, B, C, or D in the comment section:

[8] A Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance in 1990 seals the deal for Smith as a serious musical artist. [9] Five years later, a second Grammy Award for “Hey Lover,” a romantic slow jam from the album Mr. Smith, exposed a softer side to Smith’s personality. [10] Unfortunately, it demonstrated his dedication to the musical side of his career. [11] This does little to increase Smith’s interest in acting. 12] Appearing in 1997; with the highly popular, Halle Berry, in the comedy B.A.P.S, proved his acting career was equally legitimate as that of musical artist.

A. no change
B. Appearing in 1997 with the highly popular Halle Berry, in the comedy B.A.P.S., proved his acting career was legitimate as that of a musical artist.
C. Appearing in 1997, with the highly popular Halle Berry, in the comedy B.A.P.S., proved his acting career was legitimate as that of a musical artist.
D. Appearing in 1997, with the highly popular Halle Berry; in the comedy B.A.P.S., proved his acting career was legitimate as that of a musical artist.

Question of the Day

Choose the best revision for the following sentence by typing A, B, C, or D in the comment section:

[8] A Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance in 1990 seals the deal for Smith as a serious musical artist. [9] Five years later, a second Grammy Award for “Hey Lover,” a romantic slow jam from the album Mr. Smith, exposed a softer side to Smith’s personality. [10] Unfortunately, it demonstrated his dedication to the musical side of his career. [11] This does little to increase Smith’s interest in acting. 12] Appearing in 1997; with the highly popular, Halle Berry, in the comedy B.A.P.S, proved his acting career was equally legitimate as that of musical artist.

A. no change
B. This does little to dissuade Smith’s interest in acting.
C. This does little to enhance Smith’s interest in acting.
D. This does little to intensify Smith’s interest in acting.