My _______ opinions differ significantly on this matter.
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readingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
sister-in-laws'
B
sisters-in-law's
C
sister's-in-law
D
sisters'-in-law
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. This question tests apostrophe usage with compound plurals.
- Context clues: Multiple sisters-in-law have opinions.
- Meaning: For plural compound nouns, pluralize the main noun and add 's at the end.
- Verify: "My sisters-in-law's opinions" correctly shows plural compound possession.
💡 Strategy: Pluralize the main word (sister→sisters), then add 's at the end.
Choice A is incorrect because "sister-in-laws'" incorrectly pluralizes "law." Choice C is incorrect because the apostrophe is on the wrong word. Choice D is incorrect because the apostrophe placement is wrong.