Digital PSAT Reading and Writing Practice Question 93: Answer and Explanation

Question: 93

Once the body recognizes the attack, the inflammation process starts by increasing blood flow to the area and ___________ white blood cells to help fight.

Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

  • A. to sending
  • B. to send
  • C. sending
  • D. send

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

(C) It is important to maintain parallelism within a clause. Notice how "increasing" is used first. It is necessary to maintain the gerund (-ing) form for the second action. Sending is the only option that appropriately maintains parallelism.

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