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Which word is used incorrectly for the word break/brake?

A. When approaching a stop sign, be sure to brake in plenty of time.

B. When approaching a stop sign, brake carefully.

C. When approaching a stop sign, break carefully.

User Zufar Sunagatov
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Answer:

C

Step-by-step explanation:

brake = reduce speed or slow down

break = destroy something.

User Alihaydar Gubatov
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C is incorrect.
Brake= come to a stop
Break= to break something or come to a pause
User Tyshawn
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