Question

the only time to not use complete sentences in an essay is when
a. you have no choice but to outline your answer c. complete sentences are always necessary in any answer to an essay question
b. you dont know what to write about, so you list the vocabulary words associated with the topic d. complete sentences are never necessary as long as you can get your point across in the answer

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Essays typically require complete sentences, but outlining (a structured pre-writing/answer format) is a standard exception where incomplete sentences/phrase lists are acceptable. Option B is an unacademic practice, option C is incorrect as outlines are a valid exception, and option D is wrong because essays rely on complete sentences for coherence.

Answer:

a. You have no choice but to outline your answer