Consider the following statement: "Our profits,which have been disappointing,are only part of the total picture." This statement uses a ________ to deliver negative news.
A)mixed metaphor
B)parenthetical expression
C)deflective reference
D)contingent modifier
E)conditional statement

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The statement uses a parenthetical expression ("which have been disappointing") to insert additional information or clarification into a sentence. This expression is set off by commas and provides details about the profits being disappointing, without making it the main focus of the sentence.

Consider the Following Statement: "Our Profits,which Have Been Disappointing,are Only