Although he is poor, but he is honest.
Correct answer: A. although he is poor. yet
- A. although he is poor. yet
- B. (B) although he is poor, but he is honest.
- C. (C) although he is poor, he was honest.
- D. (D) although he is poor, even he is honest.
Explanation
The phrase "although he is poor" already introduces a contrast, so adding "but" after it creates redundancy. Option (A) provides a more concise way to express the contrast by using "yet" instead of "but." Therefore, option (A) is the correct choice.
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