Question

    Select the correctly punctuated sentence from the options below.

    A The (not-so) secret is out. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The not-so (secret) is out. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The not-so secret is out. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The not-so secret is out! Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    It is the correct use of parentheses. It encloses the phrase "not-so" to indicate a less direct way of saying "secret."

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