The research team _______ its findings at the international conference next month.
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readingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
present
B
is presenting
C
are presenting
D
have presented
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. This question tests subject-verb agreement with collective nouns.
- Context clues: "Team" is a collective noun acting as a single unit.
- Meaning: When a collective noun acts as one unit, use singular verb forms.
- Verify: "The research team is presenting" treats the team as a single entity.
💡 Strategy: Collective nouns (team, committee, group) take singular verbs when acting as a unit.
Choice A is incorrect because "present" lacks proper tense marker for the future context. Choice C is incorrect because "are" is plural. Choice D is incorrect because "have" is plural and wrong tense.