In the sentence "If ... place" (sentence 8), the author does which of the following? А
Distinguishes an explanation of a timeworn idea from a common occurrence.
B
Raises an objection and then overrides it with an assertion.
с
Presents a dilemma and then explains its difficulties.
D
Offers a contrasting example and then dismisses it.
E
Cites an exaggeration and then minimizes it.

B

Raises an objection and then overrides it with an assertion.

Explanation:

From the question, IF is a word which is used to raise an objection to a given sentence which could help in showing why something that happened actually happened. In the context in which it was used, it shows that the author raises an objection and then overrides it with an assertion.

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sing because that is what they are doing in the sentence

explanation:

the simple predicate is the main verb in the predicate that tells what the subject does. example: my father fixed the dryer. read each sentence. draw a line under the complete predicate.