Both _________ speeches were well-received, but the audience found the second speaker's arguments more compelling.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
politician's
B
politicians'
C
politicians
D
politicians's
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. The word "Both" indicates there are two politicians. To make the plural noun "politicians" possessive, add only an apostrophe after the "s" ("politicians'").