Read: 'The report was not unhelpful.' What does the writer mean?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. The report was somewhat helpful, if not highly praised
- Step 1: A double negative can reduce the strength of a statement.
- Step 2: 'Not unhelpful' means partly helpful.
Answer
The report was somewhat helpful, if not highly praised
Why not the others: The others reverse or ignore the meaning.
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