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Sep 10 2009   1:27PM GMT

Parallel structure in a series



Posted by: Margaret Rouse
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Is this sentence correct?

Customers should use the web as a cost-effective support mechanism to make inquiries about products and services, to place orders, receive technical assistance and to resolve issues.
a. yes
b. no

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Jan 7 2009   8:44PM GMT

Writing for Business — comma in a series rule



Posted by: Margaret Rouse
commas, series
typing Which is correct?

Companies have been pressuring the Chinese government for years to crack down on the piracy of movies, _____________.
a. music and computer software
b. music, and computer software

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Oct 17 2008   12:31PM GMT

Writing for business - parallel structure



Posted by: Margaret Rouse
parallel structure, series
social_network.jpg The company’s goals for social networking include listening to customers,  ___________________________________

a. to empower employees and brand recognition.
b. empowering employees and improving brand recognition.

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