Using Parallelism in Pairs and Lists

For each sentence, choose the option that edits the necessary parts of the sentence to make it parallel. For help with this exercise, see “Parallelism.”

  1. Car dealers often require less money down for leasing a car than for the purchase of one.

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    Using Parallelism in Pairs and Lists - Question 1
  2. The monthly payments for a leased car may be as low as paying for a loan.

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    Using Parallelism in Pairs and Lists - Question 2
  3. You should check the terms of leasing to make sure they are as favorable as to buy.

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    Using Parallelism in Pairs and Lists - Question 3
  4. You may find that to lease is a safer bet than buying.

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    Using Parallelism in Pairs and Lists - Question 4
  5. You will be making less of a financial commitment by leasing a car than to own it.

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    Using Parallelism in Pairs and Lists - Question 5
  6. Buying a car may be better than a lease on one if you plan to keep it for several years.

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  7. A used car can be more economical than getting a new one.

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    Using Parallelism in Pairs and Lists - Question 7
  8. However, maintenance of a new car may be easier than taking care of a used car.

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    Using Parallelism in Pairs and Lists - Question 8
  9. A used car may not be as impressive as buying a brand-new vehicle.

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    Using Parallelism in Pairs and Lists - Question 9
  10. To get a used car from a reputable source can be a better decision than a new vehicle that loses value the moment you drive it home.

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    Using Parallelism in Pairs and Lists - Question 10
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