Why is D better than A, I would have thought D to be more concise
According to a recent study conducted at over 100 American universities, the number of college graduates interested in pursuing a career in financial services is likely to double by 2010.
A. is likely to double
B. Are likely to increase by twice
C. Are likely to double
D. Will double
E. Will increase by twiceAccording to a recent study conducted at over 100 American universities, the number of college graduates interested in pursuing a career in financial services is likely to double by 2010. A. is likely to double B. Are likely to increase by twice C. Are likely to double D. Will double E. Will increase by twice
yeah sure… But option D introduces an unacceptable shift in meaning.
A talks about something that is probable, D talks about certainty.
