Which sentence has the lowest "lard factor"?
A) The project is delayed due to the fact that the members are of the opinion that the results were tainted.
B) In the event that the project is canceled, please send a memo with regard to the cancellation to the president.
C) The president of the corporation plans to retire at the end of the fiscal year if profits remain high.
D) The customer complaint is pertaining to the recent standards for the purpose of providing safer children's toys.
E) In view of the fact that sales are increasing, each individual employee will receive a 3 percent bonus.

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This sentence is clear, concise, and free of unnecessary words or phrases. The other sentences include phrases such as "due to the fact that," "in the event that," "is pertaining to," and "in view of the fact that," which can all be simplified to improve clarity and readability.

Which Sentence Has the Lowest "Lard Factor