<span>the study of the origin of words and the way in which their meanings have changed throughout history.</span>
Haven’t done this in a while but I think it’s complex
complex contains an independent clause which includes subject and a verb in that sentence and cannot stand on its own.
Independent clause can stand on its own and makes a complete thought
<span>My older sister's name is Dia, and she is studying to be an engineer.</span>
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The correct answer is, indeed, option B.
"I wince when I say that." -- This clearly explains that Tan doesn't like such words.