Exercise 2

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● Exercise 2 ●

Correct the faulty parallelism in the following sentences.

  1. My new exercise program and going on a strict diet will help me lose the weight I gained over the holidays.

    Question

    Exercise 2: Correct the faulty parallelism in the following sentences. - My new exercise program and going on a strict diet will help me lose the weight I gained over the holidays.
  2. As part of his accounting business, Rick has private clients, does some pro bono work, and corporations.

    Question

    Exercise 2: Correct the faulty parallelism in the following sentences. - As part of his accounting business, Rick has private clients, does some pro bono work, and corporations.
  3. Try not to focus on the mistakes that you’ve made; what you’ve learned from them should be your focus instead.

    Question

    Exercise 2: Correct the faulty parallelism in the following sentences. - Try not to focus on the mistakes that you’ve made; what you’ve learned from them should be your focus instead.
  4. A new job is likely to cause a person anxiety and working extra hours to make a good impression.

    Question

    Exercise 2: Correct the faulty parallelism in the following sentences. - A new job is likely to cause a person anxiety and working extra hours to make a good impression.
  5. A competent physician will assess a patient’s physical symptoms, and mental attitude will also be considered.

    Question

    Exercise 2: Correct the faulty parallelism in the following sentences. - A competent physician will assess a patient’s physical symptoms, and mental attitude will also be considered.