Essentials of Business Communication 10th Edition by Dana Loewy,Mary Ellen Guffey

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Review Sections 2.20-2.22 in the Grammar/Mechanics Handbook. Then study each of the following statements. Underscore any inappropriate form. Write a correction in the space provided and record the number of the G/M principle(s) illustrated. If a sentence is correct, write C. When you finish, compare your responses with those at the back of the book. If your answers differ, study carefully the principles shown in parentheses. __________________ Example In

__________________ 1. Did you know that Elizabeth Metz proposal was accepted?
__________________ 2. The company plans to double its earnings in three years time.
__________________ 3. All employees in the Human Resources Department must take their two weeks vacation before January 1.
__________________ 4. The attorneys agreed that Judge Millers comments were justified.
__________________ 5. Several employees records were accidentally removed from the files.
__________________ 6. The last witness testimony was the most convincing to the jury members.
__________________ 7. Lisas smoking led to health problems.
__________________ 8. I always get my moneys worth at my favorite restaurant.
__________________ 9. Three local companies went out of business last month.
__________________ 10. In one months time we hope to have our new website up and running.
__________________ 11. I need my boss signature on this expense claim.
__________________ 12. Only one legal secretaries document was error-free.
__________________ 13. Professor Sanchezes quizzes were always scheduled on Fridays.
__________________ 14. My companys stock price rose dramatically last month.
__________________ 15. In three months several businesses opening hours will change. 10