Question

"Which change, if any, is needed to the underlined text?
a trail that goes on for
M. a trail that extends
P. a very long trail that takes
R. an extensive trail that extends
S. No change

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Answered by GPT-4o mini
To determine if a change is needed to the underlined text "a trail that goes on for," we need to assess how well it conveys the intended meaning and clarity of the sentence.

1. **"a trail that goes on for"** – This phrase is somewhat vague. It suggests duration but doesn't specify what the trail goes on for (e.g., distance, time).

2. **"a trail that extends"** – This is a clearer expression of the trail's length or reach without implying a specific duration.

3. **"a very long trail that takes"** – This implies not only length but also suggests a time associated with traveling the trail, which might not be necessary.

4. **"an extensive trail that extends"** – This also suggests length and includes "extends," which implies a long stretch, making it clear.

5. **"No change"** – This would mean keeping the original wording.

Considering clarity and conciseness, the suggested change of **"a trail that extends"** (option M) provides a clearer description without unnecessary details.

Thus, if a change is wanted, option M is the most effective. If clarity and conciseness are priorities, option R is also a good choice.

Final recommendation: **M. a trail that extends.**

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