Question

Make the following sentences more concise without removing any information.

• We are working hard so the poor are given the basic essentials to lift themselves out of poverty.

• Students should make contact with us for help with their future plans prior to the start of semester.

• It is apparent that the tragedy could have been avoided if the company had talked to workers regarding hazards which existed in the workplace.

• The total population of the island is 12,046 with the future possibility of 5% growth by 2012.

• A commerce graduate can leverage knowledge they have acquired in their coursework and apply it to the real world.

Answer 1

We are working towards upliftment of the poor by providing them basic amenities.

Students should contact us regarding their plans before the semester ends.

The tragedy could've been avoided by workplace hazard education.

Commerce students can leverage their knowledge for their benefit.