Question

Which of the following sentences can be revised to eliminate redundancies? A) Our group had a keen advantage over theirs because we've all studied physics. B) Juan was costumed in disguise when he entered the room. C) Working in this company can be quite an interesting challenge. D) The foundation of the house was starting to crumble under pressure.

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. Juan was costumed in disguise when he entered the room.

If Juan is costumed, then it is implied that he is also in disguise. This means that the phrase in disguise is redundant, unnecessary, and can be eliminated from the sentence in order to get rid of needless words. The other sentences do not have redundant vocabulary, but B does.

Answer 2

"B) Juan was costumed in disguise when he entered the room" is a sentence that can be revised to eliminate redundancies, since if he is in costume this is implied.