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Read this sentence, which uses inappropriate language:

After he busted it waiting tables all week, John freaked out when he saw his paltry proceeds.
Which of the following is the best way to rewrite this sentence in order to eliminate inappropriate language?
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After he busted it waiting tables all week, John freaked out when he saw his tiny paycheck.
After he worked hard waiting tables all week. John freaked out when he saw hi tiny paycheck.
After he busted it waiting tables all week. John was shocked when he saw his paltry paycheck.
After he worked hard waiting tables all week, John was shocked when he saw his tiny paycheck.

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Answer:

After he worked hard waiting tables all week, John freaked out when he saw his tiny paycheck.

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