Special Agent Entrance Practice Exam

Which sentence contains exactly three errors?

1. Sentence 8

2. Sentence 9

3. Sentence 1

4. None of the above

The correct answer is: None of the above

The reasoning behind selecting "None of the above" as the answer suggests that none of the given sentences contain exactly three errors. For a sentence to be deemed as having three errors, it would need to display clear issues such as grammar mistakes, punctuation errors, or incorrect word usage that cumulatively amount to three. In this case, if "None of the above" is the correct answer, it indicates that either there are no sentences with three errors or that the errors in sentences 1, 8, and 9 are fewer than three or are nonexistent. Thus, it reflects an understanding of editing and proofreading where sentences can vary in error counts, leading to a conclusion that the assumption of three errors in any of the presented sentences is incorrect. This answer also emphasizes the critical thinking skills required to evaluate the quality and accuracy of presented information.