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top losses in sat grammar (2/3)

3/17/2017

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Concise rules: SAT loves keeping sentences shorter and structures simpler

Shorter and simpler language options are generally (exceptions follow) preferred in SAT grammar. Redundancy within a sentence and across the same paragraph must be deleted. "To-do" is generally considered simpler than "for/in doing". Active voices are also determined better than passive voices.

​Here are some examples of concise rules.
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1) Subordinating one term to another adds one more layer in structure, thus not optimal.

​Allergy and flu both affect the respiratory system and cause breathing problem.
(simpler structure)
​Allergy and flu both affect the respiratory system in causing breathing problem.
(more complex structure)

2) A phrase or clause in redundancy with another part of the sentence/paragraph
​
​Each condition has distinctive symptoms.
​
(shorter)
​Each condition has distinctive symptoms that set it apart.
(longer, redundant)

3) When it comes to forms of verbs, "to-do" is preferred over "doing"
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The team works closely with the lighting department to find the most illumination that…
(prefer to-do)
The team works closely with the lighting department in finding the most illumination that…
(NO prefer doing)

4) Active voice is preferred over a passive one
​
​Accessing … networks, hackers can steal far more than just expensive pieces of jewelry.
​(prefer active voice)
Accessing … networks, far more than just expensive pieces of jewelry can be stolen by hackers.
​(NO prefer passive voice)
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