Which sentence contains an incorrectly punctuated appositive? a. there was only one hit, a double, against jimmy during the first five innings. b. my swimming instructor martha, was once an olympic medalist. c. the athlete michael jordan won six basketball championships with the chicago bulls. d. the fastest runner on the team, lauren silverman, recently sprained her ankle.

Which statement best describes the use of the underlined word in the excerpts? in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the physical act of moving. in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests scientific discoveries. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the gradual march of time. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.