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Which sentence uses the ellipsis correctly to show an omission?

AThe report stated, "Profits increased, despite the recession."
BThe report stated, "Profits increased ... despite the recession."
CThe report stated "Profits increased despite the recession"
DThe report stated: "Profits increased despite the recession."

Explanation

– An ellipsis (three dots) shows that part of a quoted sentence has been omitted.
– This is used when quoting only relevant parts of a longer passage.
– Correct: The report stated, “Profits increased … despite the recession.”

Exam Relevance
  • Topic: Grammar
  • Subtopic: Punctuation
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