EXERCISE 10.1
Editing for Wordiness
Edit the following sentences to make them concise.
1. Due to the fact that Professor Wu assigned twenty-five math problems for tomorrow, I am forced to make the decision to miss this evening’s lecture to be given by the vice president of the United States
2. In many cases, workers are forced to use old equipment that needs replacing despite the fact that equipment malfunctions cost the company more than the price of new machines.
3. Miley Cyrus is one of the best examples of an entertainment celebrity being given too much publicity.
4. The president of Warehouse Industries has the ability and power to decide who should and who should not be hired and who should and who should not be fired.
5. The soccer league’s sponsor, as a matter of fact, purchased league jerseys for the purpose of advertisement and publicity.