Asked by Jasmine Simpson on Jul 30, 2024
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Which sentence uses abbreviations correctly?
A) Dr. Reuben Sachs, M.D. is joining the staff of Keillor Hospital.
B) Doctor Reuben Sachs, M.D., is joining the staff of Keillor Hospital.
C) Reuben Sachs, M.D. is joining the staff of Keillor Hospital.
Abbreviations Correctly
The practice of shortening words or phrases correctly according to established conventions and rules.
M.D.
An abbreviation for Doctor of Medicine, a professional degree for physicians and surgeons.
- Comprehend the appropriate use of abbreviations in typical writing scenarios.
- Identify correctly and incorrectly abbreviated sentences.
Verified Answer
RM
Raquel MartinezJul 30, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Sentence C correctly uses the abbreviation "M.D." without preceding it with "Dr." or "Doctor," which is redundant since "M.D." already indicates that the person is a medical doctor.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the appropriate use of abbreviations in typical writing scenarios.
- Identify correctly and incorrectly abbreviated sentences.