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Which statement is most accurate regarding the speaking-writing connection?

A. The words used by writers are not normally used in speaking.
B. To own a word, speak it.
C. Written words seldom reflect the words people use when they speak.
D. To own a word, write it over and over again.

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Answer: The correct answer is C, Written words Seldom reflect the words people use when they speak.

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User Mir Gulam Sarwar
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"C. Written words seldom reflect the words people use when they speak" would be the best option from the list, since people usually speak in a way that combines words and shortens them for the sake of efficiency.
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