PSAT Writing and Language Question 18: Answer and Explanation

Question: 18

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. something.
• C. one approach.
• D. approaching.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Nouns and pronouns change in the answer choices, so this question tests precision. The underlined word or phrase must refer to something owned by the reader, as the underlined portion follows the phrase you've got. Therefore, it must be a noun or pronoun. Eliminate (D) because approaching is a verb. Choices (A), (B), and (C) all contain nouns or pronouns that could work in context. Choices (A) and (B) provide pronouns. These pronouns do not make it clear what you've got, so eliminate (A) and (B). Choice (C) provides a noun to indicate what you've got, so it is precise. The correct answer is (C).