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TkNeo
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PostPosted: Tue Dec 25, 2007 3:58 pm    Post subject: Comparisons Reply with quote

Can anyone explain why the wrong ones are wrong.

Incorrect: Julie was able to climb the tree as fast as her brothers.
Correct: Julie was able to climb the tree as fast as her brothers did.

Incorrect: The blue dress looks more flattering on you than the red one.
Correct: The blue dress looks more flattering on you than the red one does.

Incorrect: Three times more students attended prom this year than last year.
Correct: Three times more students attended prom this year than did last year.
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PostPosted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 9:38 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

TKNeo

Take a look at the explanation at the end by Danielle and it might clarify your doubts.

http://www.beatthegmat.com/gmatprep-as-do-t7383.html?highlight=comparisons
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