Which choice BEST expresses the proportion of Americans who report elevated fear as a result of the increasing regularity of mass shootings over the past decade?
A) a few
B) a sizeable minority
C) most
D) nearly all

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While there is no exact percentage, surveys have shown that a significant proportion of Americans report feeling fear as a result of mass shootings. "A few" suggests a small number, which is not the case. "Most" and "nearly all" are too extreme and don't accurately reflect the variability amongst Americans in response to mass shootings. Therefore, "a sizeable minority" is the best option as it acknowledges the substantial number of people reporting fear without overgeneralizing.

Which Choice BEST Expresses the Proportion of Americans Who Report