Which of the following is the clearest example of Nord's 'documentary translation'?
A) An exoticizing literary translation that seeks to preserve local colour
B) A translation of a witness statement that preserves as many features of the ST as possible
C) An adaptation of an advert for a new locale

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Nord defines documentary translation as a type of translation where the main aim is to preserve as many features of the source text as possible, such as in a legal document or witness statement. Therefore, option B is the clearest example of documentary translation. Option A describes exoticizing literary translation, which seeks to emphasize local color and is not the same as documentary translation. Option C describes an adaptation, which involves making changes to the source text to suit the target culture, and is not a clear example of documentary translation.

Which of the Following Is the Clearest Example of Nord's