Pipelines, _________ trucks or trains, offer the most efficient method for transporting liquid petroleum over long distances.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
inasmuch as
B
because of
C
rather than
D
whether
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the best answer. The sentence indicates a preference for pipelines over trucks. "Rather than" sets up this distinction.
Choice A is incorrect because "inasmuch as" means "since." Choice B is incorrect because "because of" implies causation. Choice D is incorrect because "whether" introduces a condition.