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Correct answer: C. The student's paper showed little revision between drafts, and the lack of effort resulted in a lower grade.
- A. The student's paper showed little revision between drafts. It lowered his grade.
- B. The student's paper showed little revision between drafts. It lowered her grade.
- C. The student's paper showed little revision between drafts, and the lack of effort resulted in a lower grade.
- D. The student's paper showed little revision between drafts, the lack of effort resulted in a lower grade
Explanation
Here's why the other options are incorrect:A) "his" mentioning specific gender is not right. As it is not mentioned whether its a boy or girl.B) Same as option A. "her" is mentioned specificing student's gender.D) "draft, the lack" as there should be a conjunction "and" to make a clear sense.
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