The number of artifacts that the museum displayed in the main hall was greater than ______________________.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
those of the basement
B
that of the basement exhibit
C
the basement exhibit
D
the basement
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. The comparison is between the "number" (singular) of artifacts in one place and the number in another. "That of" correctly refers to "number."
Choice A is incorrect because "those" is plural (would refer to artifacts, not the number). Choice C is incorrect because it compares "number" to an "exhibit." Choice D is incorrect because it compares "number" to a "location."