Parallel structure can be achieved in all of the following ways EXCEPT _____________.
A)startling each sentence with the same introductory word
B)numbering each main point sentence
C)using the same number of words in each sentence
D)starting each sentence with an active verb

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Parallel structure is about using the same pattern of words to show that two or more ideas have the same level of importance. This can be achieved through similar grammatical structures, such as starting sentences the same way or using the same verb tense. However, ensuring each sentence has the same number of words does not create parallel structure; it focuses on length rather than grammatical or stylistic consistency.

Parallel Structure Can Be Achieved in All of the Following