The _________ decision to merge caused a significant shift in the market.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
companies
B
companies'
C
companies's
D
companys
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. The merger involves multiple entities (implied by "merge" and "companies"). The possessive of the plural "companies" is "companies'."