The data suggests that the new treatment _______ effective for most patients.

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Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

A

are

B

is

C

were

D

have been

Correct Answer: B

Choice B is the best answer. "Data" in American English is typically treated as singular.

Choice A is incorrect because "are" treats data as plural. Choice C is incorrect because "were" is wrong tense. Choice D is incorrect because "have been" is plural.

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