Question

between 1620 and 1650, trade along the lower danube intensified because merchants expanded river toll stations near brăila. customs ledgers show higher fees for salt ____ regional pricing without reducing overall volume. 16 mark for review which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of standard english? (answer : b) a shipments, a shift altered b shipments, a shift that altered c shipments a shift that altered d shipments; a shift that altered

Explanation:

To determine the correct option, we analyze punctuation and sentence structure. Option A has "a shift altered" which creates a run - on or incorrect clause structure. Option C lacks a necessary comma between "shipments" and "a shift" for proper separation. Option D uses a semicolon, but the two parts are not independent clauses in a way that justifies a semicolon. Option B uses a comma to separate "shipments" and "a shift that altered...", and "that altered" properly modifies "a shift", creating a correct and clear sentence structure.

Answer:

B. shipments, a shift that altered