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Numbers (352-355) –
Rewrite:

• 135 new members joined the association. . I
went to the mall 5 times last week.

2. Parallel Structure
(371-373) – Rewrite:

• The policy affected
all vendors, suppliers, and those involved with consulting.

3. Quotation Marks
(442-444) – Rewrite: .

“We need to take Emma to the
emergency”, said Sarina.

• The doctor said, “I am afraid there is
nothing we can do;” Sarina was devastated.

4. Run-on Sentences
(485) – Rewrite:

• Many job seekers
prepare traditional resumes some also use websites as electronic portfolios.

5. Sentence Fragments (498) – Rewrite:

• The recruiter requested a writing sample.
Even though the candidate seemed to communicate well.

6. Sentence Variety
(499-501) – Rewrite:

• It was a really hot
day. Jane and her family decided to go to the beach. 7. Style (510-512) –

Answer the questions:

• What are some
qualities of a good business writing style according to the Business Writer’s
Handbook?

What makes certain
styles more appropriate for business than others? Discuss your thoughts with
your classmate and jot it down in 3-5 sentences.

8. Telegraphic Style
(518-519) – Rewrite:

• Her hair is light, her
eyes [] dark blue.

• They were amused,
though somewhat vexed.