AP Style: N, O, P

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1. Which OPEC member begins with the letter V?

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Venezuela is the correct answer to the question because it is the only OPEC member that begins with the letter "V". OPEC stands for the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, and Venezuela is one of the founding members of this organization.

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AP Style: N, O, P - Quiz

This quiz focuses on AP style rules covering abbreviations, addresses, and time-related terms, enhancing skills in precise journalistic writing. It includes identifying correct address formats, abbreviations for organizations,... see moreand membership specifics for international groups. see less

2. Which is correct?

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The correct answer is "The meeting begins at noon." This is because "noon" is a commonly used term to refer to 12 o'clock in the daytime. It is understood that "noon" refers to the middle of the day, specifically 12 p.m. Therefore, stating "The meeting begins at noon" is clear and concise, indicating the exact time of the meeting.

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3. Which OPEC member begins with the letter K?

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Kuwait is the correct answer because it is an OPEC member that begins with the letter K. OPEC stands for the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, and Kuwait is one of the founding members of this organization.

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4. Which OPEC member begins with the letter L?

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Libya is the correct answer because it is an OPEC member that begins with the letter L. OPEC stands for the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, and Libya is one of the member countries.

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5. Which is correct?

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The correct answer is "The meeting will be held at 2:30 p.m." This is the correct answer because it follows the standard convention of using lowercase letters for "p.m." and includes the period after "p.m." to indicate that it is an abbreviation.

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6. Name an OPEC member that begins with the letter A?

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The correct answer is Algeria and Angola. These are both OPEC members that begin with the letter A.

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7. Which OPEC member begins with the letter N?

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Nigeria is the correct answer because it is an OPEC member that starts with the letter N. OPEC stands for the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, and Nigeria is one of the countries that is a part of this organization.

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8. Which OPEC member begins with the letter Q?

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Qatar is the correct answer because it is the only OPEC member that starts with the letter Q. OPEC stands for the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, and Qatar is one of the 13 member countries in this organization.

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9. Which OPEC member begins with the letter S?

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Saudi Arabia is the correct answer because it is the only OPEC member that begins with the letter "S". OPEC stands for the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, and Saudi Arabia is one of its founding members. It is the largest producer and exporter of oil within OPEC, making it a significant player in the global oil market.

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10. Which OPEC member begins with the letter U?

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The correct answer is United Arab Emirates (UAE) because the question asks for an OPEC member that starts with the letter U, and United Arab Emirates is the only OPEC member that fits this criteria.

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11. Which is correct for an address?

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The correct answer is "11 Richardson Ave." because it follows the standard format for writing an address, which typically includes the house number followed by the street name. The options with "No." and "#" are not commonly used in addresses and may cause confusion or be considered incorrect.

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12. NATO stands for:

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NATO stands for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. It is an intergovernmental military alliance formed by North American and European countries. The organization was established in 1949 with the goal of promoting collective defense and security among its member states. NATO plays a crucial role in maintaining peace and stability in the North Atlantic region, and it has been involved in various peacekeeping and security operations worldwide.

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13. Which is correct?

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The word "people" is more commonly used to refer to individuals, while "persons" is considered more formal and is typically used in legal or official contexts. In everyday language, "people" is the preferred term when referring to a group of individuals. Therefore, "Police arrested three people in connection with the crime" is the correct answer.

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14. Which is correct?

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The correct answer is "He is working toward his Ph.D." The abbreviation for Doctor of Philosophy is typically written as "Ph.D." with capital letters and periods.

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15. Which is correct?

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All three options are correct, but the answer "He was the No. 1 choice" is the most commonly used and widely accepted. "No. 1" is an abbreviation for "number one" and is often used to indicate the top or best choice. The use of the numeral "1" instead of spelling out the word "one" is a common shorthand in informal writing and is widely understood.

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Which OPEC member begins with the letter V?
Which is correct?
Which OPEC member begins with the letter K?
Which OPEC member begins with the letter L?
Which is correct?
Name an OPEC member that begins with the letter A?
Which OPEC member begins with the letter N?
Which OPEC member begins with the letter Q?
Which OPEC member begins with the letter S?
Which OPEC member begins with the letter U?
Which is correct for an address?
NATO stands for:
Which is correct?
Which is correct?
Which is correct?
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