D. ALL OF THE ABOVE.
A verbal phrase consists of a verbal and a modifier or any object. Verbal is the term used to define a verb form that does not function as a verb in a sentence. Instead it functions as a noun, adjective, or adverb.
Three types of verbal phrase
Gerund phrase - consists of a gerund (-ing) and a modifier or object. Functions as a noun and can be a subject, subject complement, object, or appositive int he sentence.
Infinitive phrase - begins with an infinitive and is followed by an object or modifier. It almost always begin with "to" and is followed by the verb.
Participial phrase - always functions as an adjective in the sentence; consists of past or present participle with any object or modifier.
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Deciding to study is an internal conflict because it is an inner struggle also known as man vs self. Another example of an internal conflict would be an emotional problem like anxiety or difficult decision making. External conflict is a struggle outside of yourself, such as, someone bullying you, or a snake in the wild. (man vs nature)
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so um. where's the highlighted pronoun?
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