What effect does word choice have on the meaning of this excerpt? the informational phrase "the time and place was agreed on" makes the scene feel real. the modern-sounding word advertised makes the excerpt easier to read. the mysterious usage of the word scales adds suspense. the official-sounding phrase "a grand consultation" adds humor.

The institute of international research is holding its annual convention. this year more than 500 scholars have been invited to hear research reports on many timely topics. approximately 250 big name scientists will be winging their way to washington, d.c. how can the underlined sentence be revised so that it fits the tone of the passage? a) approximately 250 people will be in washington, d.c. b) approximately 250 bigwigs will be flying to washington, d.c. c) approximately 250 science people will be going to washington, d.c. d) approximately 250 well-known scientists will be arriving in washington, d.c.