Multiple choice

Directions: In the given question, select the option that expresses the central idea in the most clear, concise and correct manner.

  1. The mechanization of farming in the village doubled the corn yield while the previous year's costs were cut in half.

  2. The mechanization of farming in the village doubled the corn yield while cutting costs to half those of the previous year.

  3. The mechanization of farming in the village doubled the corn yield as costs were cut to half of the previous year's.

  4. The farming mechanization in the village doubled the corn yield as it cut in half the previous year's costs.<a �b�=""></a>

  5. The farming mechanization in the village doubled the corn yield while costs were cut to half that of the previous year
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B Correct answer
Explanation

'Doubling the crop yield' is in the active voice, so the latter part should also be in the active voice. The  contrast provided by 'while' has to be maintained. Hence, (3) and (4) are ruled out. (5) maintains the latter part in passive voice. Answer: (2)

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