Question

To prevent an unhealthy buildup of bacteria, bed sheets should be washed at least once a week. ------------------------------------------ What is the best way to rewrite this sentence? A. Preventing an unhealthy buildup of bacteria, bed sheets should be washed at least once a week. B. Bed sheets should be washed at least once a week to prevent an unhealthy buildup of bacteria. C. To prevent an unhealthy buildup of bacteria, you should wash your bed sheets at least once a week. D. You should wash your bed sheets preventing an unhealthy buildup of bacteria at least once a week.

Answer 1

Answer:

C, To prevent an unhealthy buildup of bacteria, you should wash your bed sheets at least once a week

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

B). Bed sheets should be washed at least once a week to prevent an unhealthy buildup of bacteria.

Explanation:

As per the question, option B displays the best way to rewrite the given sentence as it is both grammatically and syntactically appropriate. It follows the grammatical structure as the clause 'to prevent an unhealthy buildup of bacteria' is justly mentioned at the end of the sentence to reflect the purpose. Therefore, the purpose of 'suggesting the washing of bed sheets once a week' is clearly demonstrated by the phrase 'to prevent an unhealthy build up of bacteria'. Thus, option B is the correct answer.