Read the following sentence:

Corey approached the task in a manner that implied that he didn't care about the outcome.
Which revision best eliminates the wordiness in the sentence by replacing a phrase?

A.
Corey approached the task with an air of carelessness.

B.
Corey, uncaring, approached the task.

C.
Corey approached the task carelessly.

D.
Corey approached the task in an uncaring way.

1 answer

C.
Corey approached the task carelessly.