Question

select the word or phrase that is redundant and can be removed without changing the meaning of the text. despite the fact that the hindenburg was filled with seven million cubic feet of highly flammable and combustible hydrogen gas, the german airship had a smoking lounge.

Explanation:

"Despite the fact that" is a redundant phrase as "despite" alone conveys the same meaning. Also, "highly flammable and combustible" is redundant since "flammable" and "combustible" mean the same thing in this context.

Answer:

"Despite the fact that", "highly flammable and combustible"