Multiple choice

Analysts reported [a]the economy it is[b] moving in a steady[c], upward direction[d].

  1. a

  2. b

  3. c

  4. d
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The reported clause should not include the redundant pronoun 'it' with the verb 'is'. The correct structure is 'reported that the economy is moving' or 'reported the economy was moving' - the 'it is' creates an incorrect relative clause structure. The subject 'economy' already follows 'that', so adding 'it is' is grammatically incorrect.

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