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Problem 16 - Entrance Test

Which sentence is an example of correct pronoun-antecedent agreement?

A. Every student should bring their book to class.B. Every student should bring his or her book to class.C. Every student should bring his book to class.D. All of the above.

Correct: B

Pronoun-antecedent agreement means the pronoun must agree in number and gender with the noun it refers to. While technically 'his' was historically used, 'his or her' is preferred for inclusivity. Using 'their' is generally considered incorrect in formal writing when referring to a singular antecedent.