A question of clarity.

Tip 61. A question of clarity.

Complete this sentence with the best option:

This memorandum discusses _________________ to prepare a client to give evidence in court.

A. the issue of how

Wrong answer, try again!

B. the matter of how

Wrong answer, try again!

C. the question of how

Wrong answer, try again!

D. how

Correct answer!

Phrases A, B, and C are often used simply because they sound "more formal". In fact, they rarely add meaning to a text and can usually be deleted.