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What is the best way to express the action in the sentence: "She then attached a cardboard lid (also covered with foil) and angled ___ to reflect, more sunlight into the box?"

  1. NO CHANGE

  2. it to reflect more sunlight,

  3. it, to reflect more sunlight

  4. it to reflect more sunlight

The correct answer is: it to reflect more sunlight

The best way to express the action in the sentence is to choose the option that clearly and concisely conveys the intended meaning without unnecessary punctuation. In this case, "it to reflect more sunlight" effectively connects the action of angling the cardboard lid with its purpose: to reflect more sunlight into the box. This structure maintains a smooth flow and avoids breaking the sentence into unnecessarily complicated parts. Using "it" directly after the verb "angled" clearly indicates what is being angled, while the phrase "to reflect more sunlight" succinctly describes the purpose behind the action. This allows the reader to easily grasp the relationship between the action of angling the lid and its intended function without distraction. Other responses may introduce pauses or potential confusion, making the sentence less fluid. Restricting extraneous punctuation enhances clarity, making the correct option the most effective choice for communication.