Albert Einstein _________ the theory of relativity, fundamentally changing our understanding of space and time, while working as a patent clerk in 1905.

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writing

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

A

published

B

is publishing

C

has published

D

was published by

Correct Answer: A

Choice A is the best answer. The sentence describes a specific historical event completed in 1905. The simple past tense "published" is correct.