PSAT Writing and Language Question 86: Answer and Explanation

Question: 86

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. thing about this kind of "market research"
• C. thing
• D. reality

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

B

Phrases change in the answer choices, so this question tests precision and concision. Look for a phrase that is precise in meaning. The sentence says that it is more detailed than market research has ever been before, but the sentence does not clearly indicate what it refers to. Eliminate (A) because the word this does not clarify the word it later on in the sentence. Keep (B) because this kind of "market research" is more precise. It supplies a reference noun for the pronoun it and is consistent with the rest of the sentence. Eliminate (C) because it does not provide what it is. Eliminate (D) because reality does not explain what it refers to. The correct answer is (B).