PSAT Writing and Language Question 62: Answer and Explanation

Question: 62

The best placement for the underlined portion would be

• A. where it is now.
• B. at the beginning of the sentence (adjusting punctuation and capitalization accordingly).
• C. after the word was.
• D. after the word revolution.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

D

Note the question! The question asks for the best placement of the underlined portion, so it's testing precision. Place the underlined portion in the correct position to keep the precise meaning of the sentence. The phrase in university education must follow the phrase that it's modifying. It is the revolution that is in university education. The correct answer is (D).