A student who wants to succeed in college must manage _______ time effectively.
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readingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
their
B
its
C
his or her
D
our
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the best answer. This question tests pronoun-antecedent agreement.
- Context clues: "A student" is singular and gender-neutral.
- Meaning: In formal writing, use "his or her" for singular gender-neutral antecedents.
- Verify: "A student... must manage his or her time" maintains formal agreement.
💡 Strategy: In formal contexts, "his or her" agrees with singular antecedents of unknown gender.
Choice A is incorrect because "their" is plural (though accepted informally). Choice B is incorrect because "its" refers to non-human entities. Choice D is incorrect because "our" shifts to first person.