Question

multiple choice question
consider the vague statement, the guy said your vehicle would be ready in a while after a small problem is fixed. which revision would put this sentence in the most concrete terms?
○ the guy said your vehicle would be ready sometime after 3 p.m. after he fixes something in the cooling system.
○ pete said your vehicle would be ready as soon as he takes care of a hose.
○ the guy said your truck would be ready in about an hour. he needs to replace something.
○ pete said your truck will be ready at 3 p.m. he needs to replace a cracked hose in the cooling system.
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Explanation:

To find the most concrete revision, we identify the option that replaces vague terms ("the guy," "a while," "a small problem") with specific details: a named person (Pete), exact time (3 p.m.), specific part (cracked hose in the cooling system), and clear task (replace it). This option eliminates all ambiguity present in the original vague statement.

Answer:

O Pete said your truck will be ready at 3 p.m. He needs to replace a cracked hose in the cooling system.