Confused by the complex instructions, _________
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
the assembly of the bookshelf took much longer than anticipated.
B
the bookshelf took much longer to assemble than anticipated.
C
Mark took much longer to assemble the bookshelf than anticipated.
D
it took Mark much longer to assemble the bookshelf than anticipated.
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the best answer. The introductory phrase "Confused by the complex instructions" describes a person's mental state. "Mark" is the correct subject.
Choice A is incorrect because "the assembly" cannot be confused. Choice B is incorrect because "the bookshelf" cannot be confused. Choice D is incorrect because "it" cannot be confused.