Strategy - Ideal vs. Best Answer
Summary
The essence of mastering Sentence Correction on the GRE involves distinguishing between the ideal and the best answer among the given options, focusing on error-free but not necessarily perfect expressions.
- The goal in Sentence Correction is to find the best answer from the given options, not the ideal or most perfect answer.
- A correct answer must be free from grammar, logic, and diction errors, but may not be the most concise or direct way of expressing an idea.
- Flexibility and an understanding of the nuances of language, including rhetorical construction, are crucial for success.
- Expectations based on an individual's version of an ideal answer must be adjusted to select the best available option.
- The process involves recognizing non-negotiable errors and areas where flexibility in interpretation is required.
Chapters
00:09
Understanding Ideal vs. Best Answers
00:46
Criteria for Correct Answers
01:50
Flexibility in Sentence Correction
02:05
Adjusting Expectations
