Identify the sentences with correct verb tense usage. Check all that apply.
a. She gave me the Lincoln Laser billing records before she left on vacation.
b. The board of directors chose the CFO to represent the company on a trip to Japan, and he accepts.
c. The new e-mail policy begun yesterday.
d. The HR department has known about the insurance premium increase for six weeks.

Based on the information in the passage, what conclusion can the reader make?

Which best compares the authors’ purposes in silent spring and “save the redwoods”? both authors want readers to protect human rights. both authors want readers to focus on saving trees. both authors intend to entertain readers with their essays. both authors intend to convince readers of their viewpoint.

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