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Q · Common Redundant Phrases to AvoidModerate · 45s
Find the redundant phrase: 'He wrote down his notes in a notebook.'
TopicCommon Redundant Phrases to Avoid
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyModerate
Marking+1 / −0.25
Test Duration30 min
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'Write' already implies 'down' unless contextually necessary.
Final Answer: Option A — wrote down