The following sentences form an essay. Select the correct word or phrase for each blank.
-Once your doctor has measured both the systolic and diastolic pressures, __________ the number with the systolic pressure first.
A) they write
B) he or she writes
C) you write

Question

The following sentences form an essay.  Select the correct word or phrase for each blank.
-Once your doctor has measured both the systolic and diastolic pressures, __________ the number with the systolic pressure first.
A) they write
B) he or she writes
C) you write

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Using "they" as a singular pronoun is not grammatically correct, and using "you" assumes that the patient is responsible for writing down their own blood pressure readings. Therefore, the best choice is "he or she writes."

The Following Sentences Form an Essay