College Composition CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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According to an academic style guide, it is generally appropriate to use which type of pronouns in formal writing?

  1. Third-person pronouns

  2. First-person pronouns

  3. Objective pronouns

  4. Possessive pronouns

The correct answer is: Third-person pronouns

Using first-person pronouns such as "I" or "we" in formal writing can come across as too personal and informal. Objective pronouns, which include "me" and "you," also tend to be too informal and can even come across as rude. Possessive pronouns like "mine" and "yours" are also considered too informal for formal writing. Therefore, the most appropriate and neutral option is to use third-person pronouns such as "he," "she," or "they." These pronouns maintain a professional and objective tone in formal writing.

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