To a diligent student, it is more important to study for the exam than ______________________ the night before.

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

A

to party

B

partying

C

a party

D

having a party

Correct Answer: A

Choice A is the best answer. The sentence uses parallel structure: "more important to study... than to party..."

Choice B is incorrect because it compares an infinitive ("to study") to a gerund ("partying"). Choice C is incorrect because it compares an infinitive to a noun. Choice D is incorrect because it compares an infinitive to a gerund phrase.