Question

Which of the following sentences is an example of parallel structure?

a
Mary likes to hike, swimming, and bicycling.
b
The production manager was asked to write his report quickly, accurately, and in a detailed manner.
c
Mary likes hiking, swimming, and to ride a bicycle.
d
Mary likes hiking, swimming, and bicycling.

Answer 1

d. Mary likes hiking, swimming, and bicycling.

Step-by-step explanation:

d. is the only option that uses parallel structure; it uses the same pattern of wording.