The report emphasizes the importance of innovation, _______, and customer focus.

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

A

employees should collaborate

B

collaborating

C

collaboration

D

they collaborate

Correct Answer: C

Choice C is the best answer. Items in the series are nouns.

Choice A is incorrect because it's a clause. Choice B is incorrect because it's a gerund. Choice D is incorrect because it's a clause.