AP Practice Part 1
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The state Heart Assoc. gave its annual awards for promoting public health to Doctor William Gustafson and Sen. Nancy Rogers. B. The state Heart Association gave its annual awards for promoting public health to Dr. William Gustafson and Senator Nancy Rogers. C. The state Heart Assoc. gave its annual awards for promoting public health to Dr. William Gustafson and Sen. Nancy Rogers. D. The state Heart Association gave its annual awards for promoting public health to Doctor William Gustafson and Sen. Nancy Rogers.
B
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Governor Norman Whitehorse said his economic program was one that had already brought growth to such cities as Lowell, Massachusetts, and Aurora, Colorado. B. Gov. Norman Whitehorse said his economic program was one that had already brought growth to such cities as Lowell, Mass., and Aurora, Colo. C. Governor Norman Whitehorse said his economic program was one that had already brought growth to such cities as Lowell, MA, and Aurora, CO. D. Gov. Norman Whitehorse said his economic program was one that had already brought growth to such cities as Lowell, Massachusetts, and Aurora, Colorado.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. "Few people bring to the job of state treasurer the kind of qualifications Dr. Bill Anderson has," Gov. Henrietta Mitchell said during the campaign rally on North Benton Drive. B. "Few people bring to the job of state treasurer the kind of qualifications Doctor Bill Anderson has," Governor Henrietta Mitchell said during the campaign rally on N. Benton Dr. C. "Few people bring to the job of state treasurer the kind of qualifications Dr. Bill Anderson has," Governor Henrietta Mitchell said during the campaign rally on North Benton Drive. D. "Few people bring to the job of state treasurer the kind of qualifications Doctor Bill Anderson has," Gov. Henrietta Mitchell said during the campaign rally on North Benton Dr.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. "I don't care what Governor Mitchell thinks is a prudent budget. I intend to protect my constituents' interests," Sen. Betty Lewis of Poplar Bluff said. B. "I don't care what Gov. Mitchell thinks is a prudent budget. I intend to protect my constituents' interests," Senator Betty Lewis of Poplar Bluff said. C. "I don't care what Governor Mitchell thinks is a prudent budget. I intend to protect my constituents' interests," Senator Betty Lewis of Poplar Bluff said. D. "I don't care what Gov. Mitchell thinks is a prudent budget. I intend to protect my constituents' interests," Sen. Betty Lewis of Poplar Bluff said.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. A team of surgeons led by Dr. Darlene Long repaired Governor Claude Carlson's heart valves. B. A team of surgeons led by Doctor Darlene Long repaired Gov. Claude Carlson's heart valves. C. A team of surgeons led by Dr. Darlene Long repaired Gov. Claude Carlson's heart valves. D. A team of surgeons led by Darlene Long, an M-D, repaired Governor Claude Carlson's heart valves.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Assistant District Attorney Nancy O'Brien arrived for the trial at the county courthouse at 9 Main St. B. Asst. Dist. Attorney Nancy O'Brien arrived for the trial at the county courthouse at Nine Main Street. C. Assistant D.A. Nancy O'Brien arrived for the trial at the county courthouse at 9 Main Street. D. Assistant Dist. Atty. Nancy O'Brien arrived for the trial at the county courthouse at Nine Main St.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Because of the fire at 12-23 Calvert Avenue, police closed Calvert, Hodgson Boulevard and 12th Terrace to all traffic. B. Because of the fire at 1223 Calvert Ave., police closed Calvert, Hodgson Blvd. and Twelfth Terr. to all traffic. C. Because of the fire at Twelve Twenty-Three Calvert Avenue, police closed Calvert, Hodgson Blvd. and Twelfth Terr. to all traffic. D. Because of the fire at 12-23 Calvert Ave., police closed Calvert, Hodgson Blvd. and 12th Terr. to all traffic.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Dr. Wilma Grace, the county coroner, ruled that Stan Wilson had been murdered in his living room at 12 N. Fourth St. B. Doctor Wilma Grace, the county coroner, ruled that Stan Wilson had been murdered in his living room at Twelve N. 4th St. C. Doctor Wilma Grace, the county coroner, ruled that Stan Wilson had been murdered in his living room at 12 North Fourth Street. D. Dr. Wilma Grace, the county coroner, ruled that Stan Wilson had been murdered in his living room at Twelve North 4th Street.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Ford announced a recall of sedans and light trucks because of pollution control problems but denied the vehicles were in violation of Environmental Protection Agency standards. B. Ford Motor Co. announced a recall of sedans and light trucks because of pollution control problems but denied the vehicles were in violation of E.P.A. standards. C. Ford Motor announced a recall of sedans and light trucks because of pollution control problems but denied the vehicles were in violation of E-P-A standards. D. Ford Motor Co. announced a recall of sedans and light trucks because of pollution control problems but denied the vehicles were in violation of Environmental Protection Agency standards.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Karen McGee, the president of the National Restaurant Association, said the conventions for the next three years will be held in Washington, D.C., Santa Fe, N.M., and Cleveland, Ohio. B. Karen McGee, the pres. of the National Restaurant Assn., said the conventions for the next three years will be held in Washington, D.C., Santa Fe, New Mex., and Cleveland, OH. C. Karen McGee, the president of the NRA, said the conventions for the next three years will be held in Washington, DC, Santa Fe, NM, and Cleveland, OH. D. Karen McGee, the president of the Nat'l Restaurant Assn., said the conventions for the next three years will be held in Washington, D.C., Santa Fe, N. Mex., and Cleveland, Oh.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Nate Kane Jr., an engineer with a doctorate working for American Honda Motor Co., said the new hybrid cars could get 45 to 50 miles per gallon. B. Nate Kane, Junior, an engineer with a Ph.D. working for American Honda Motor Company, said the new hybrid cars could get 45 to 50 mpg. C. Nate Kane, Jr., an engineer with a dr.'s degree working for American Honda Motor Company, said the new hybrid cars could get 45 to 50 m.p.g. D. Nate Kane, Junior, an engineer with a Ph.D. working for American Honda Motor Co., said the new hybrid cars could get 45 to 50 mpg.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. On Wednesday, professor James Currier, who has a doctorate in biology and a master's in economics, will argue that improving automobile fuel efficiency from an average of 17 to 22 miles per gallon would save billions of dollars and protect endangered species. B. On Wed., professor James Currier, who has a PhD in biology and an MS in economics, will argue that improving automobile fuel efficiency from an average of 17 miles per gallon to 22 mpg would save billions of dollars and protect endangered species. C. On Wed., Prof. James Currier, who has a Ph.D. in biology and an M.S. in economics, will argue that improving automobile fuel efficiency from an average of 17 m.p.g. to 22 m.p.g. would save billions of dollars and protect endangered species. D. On Wednesday, Professor James Currier, who has a doctor of philosophy degree in biology and an master's of science degree in economics, will argue that improving automobile fuel efficiency from an average of 17 mpg to 22 mpg would save billions of $ and protect endangered species.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Sgt. Cora Williams of the state patrol said the accident involved a passenger car from Knoxville, Tenn., and a school bus from Garden City, Kan. B. Sergeant Cora Williams of the state patrol said the accident involved a passenger car from Knoxville, Tennessee, and a school bus from Garden City, KS. C. Serg. Cora Williams of the state patrol said the accident involved a passenger car from Knoxville, TN, and a school bus from Garden City, Kansas. D. Srg Cora Williams of the state patrol said the accident involved a passenger car from Knoxville, TENN., and a school bus from Garden City, KS.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The Atlantic hurricane is most likely to hit the East Coast cities of Jacksonville, Florida, Savannah, Georgia, and Charleston, South Carolina. B. The Atlantic hurricane is most likely to hit the East Coast cities of Jacksonville, Fla., Savannah, Ga., and Charleston, S.C. C. The Atlan. hurricane is most likely to hit the East Coast cities of Jacksonville, FL, Savannah, GA, and Charleston, So. Car. D. The Atlantic hurricane is most likely to hit the East Coast cities of Jacksonville, Flda., Savannah, Grga., and Charleston, S.C.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The National Rifle Association announced on Monday it will move its state headquarters to the Erickson Building. B. The National Rifle Assn. announced on Mon. it will move its state headquarters to the Erickson Bldg. C. The Natl. Rifle Assn. announced on Monday it will move its state headquarters to the Erickson Bldg. D. The NRA announced on Mon. it will move its state HQ to the Erickson Building.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The leading candidates to replace Ben Townsend as U.S. senator are Gov. Mitch Kendall and state Rep. Clara Cassidy. B. The leading candidates to replace Ben Townsend as US senator are Governor Mitch Kendall and state Representative Clara Cassidy. C. The leading candidates to replace Ben Townsend as U-S Sen. are Gov. Mitch Kendall and state Rep. Clara Cassidy. D. The leading candidates to replace Ben Townsend as U.S. senator are Governor Mitch Kendall and state Representative Clara Cassidy.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The president's speaking tour will take him to Athens, Ga., Wichita, Kan., and Laramie, Wyo. B. The president's speaking tour will take him to Athens, Georg., Wichita, Kans., and Laramie, Wym. C. The president's speaking tour will take him to Athens, GA, Wichita, KS, and Laramie, WY. D. The president's speaking tour will take him to Athens, Georgia, Wichita, Kansas, and Laramie, Wyoming.
A
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Bill Watkins, Sr., announced he will run for the United States Senate seat being vacated by retiring Senator Wilma Curry. B. Bill Watkins Sr. announced he will run for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Wilma Curry. C. Bill Watkins sr announced he will run for the US sen. seat being vacated by retiring Senator Wilma Curry. D. Bill Watkins, Senior, announced he will run for the US Sen. seat being vacated by retiring Senator Wilma Curry.
B
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Both E.P.A. and F.B.I. investigators are questioning the owners of the chemical company at Pine Bluff, Ark., which is suspected of having illegally dumped toxic substances. B. Both Environmental Protection Agency and F-B-I investigators are questioning the owners of the chemical company at Pine Bluff, Arkansas, which is suspected of having illegally dumped toxic substances. C. Both E-P-A and F-B-I investigators are questioning the owners of the chemical company at Pine Bluff, AK, which is suspected of having illegally dumped toxic substances. D. Both Environmental Protection Agency and F.B.I. investigators are questioning the owners of the chemical company at Pine Bluff, Arkansas, which is suspected of having illegally dumped toxic substances.
B
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. General Electric Co. has settled a lawsuit with Westinghouse Electric Co. LLC over patents for components of nuclear power plants. B. General Electric has settled a lawsuit with Westinghouse over patents for components of nuclear power plants. C. General Electric Company has settled a lawsuit with Westinghouse Electric Company LLC over patents for components of nuclear power plants. D. Gen. Elec. Co. has settled a lawsuit with Westinghouse Elec. Co. LLC over patents for components of nuclear power plants.
B
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Police said a team of burglars robbed houses at Eleven N. Thirty-first street, 3755 West Oak Rd. and Five N. 33rd St. B. Police said a team of burglars robbed houses at 11 N. 31st St., 3755 W. Oak Road and 5 N. 33rd St. C. Police said a team of burglars robbed houses at 11 North Thirty-first st., 3755 West Oak Rd. and 5 North 33rd st. D. Police said a team of burglars robbed houses at Eleven N. 31st Street, 3755 W. Oak Rd. and Five N. 33rd St.
B
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Prof. Norman Moore, who has a Ph.D. in community planning, said the urban renewal project will eliminate most of the low-income housing between 3rd Ave. and Twenty-first St. B. Professor Norman Moore, who has a doctorate in community planning, said the urban renewal project will eliminate most of the low-income housing between Third Avenue and 21st Street. C. Prof. Norman Moore, who has a Doctor's Degree in community planning, said the urban renewal project will eliminate most of the low-income housing between 3rd Avenue and 21st Street. D. Professor Norman Moore, who has a Ph.D. in community planning, said the urban renewal project will eliminate most of the low-income housing between Third Ave. and 21st St.
B
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The F.B.I. and the D.E.A. collaborated in mass arrests of major cocaine distributors in CA, TX, Hawaii, N.York and Ill. B. The FBI and the Drug Enforcement Agency collaborated in mass arrests of major cocaine distributors in California, Texas, Hawaii, New York and Illinois. C. The FBI and the D.E.A. collaborated in mass arrests of major cocaine distributors in Calif., Texas, Hawaii, N.Y. and Ill. D. The F-B-I and the D-E-A collaborated in mass arrests of major cocaine distributors in California, Texas, Hawaii, New York and Illinois.
B
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The president has nominated new leaders for the CIA, the Department of HHS and the EPA, and he named a new ambassador to the U.N. B. The president has nominated new leaders for the CIA, the Department of Health and Human Services and the Environmental Protection Agency, and he named a new ambassador to the U.N. C. The Pres. has nominated new leaders for the C.I.A., the Department of H.H.S. and the E.P.A., and he named a new ambassador to the United Nations. D. The president has nominated new leaders for the CIA, the Dept. of Health and Human Services and the EPA, and he named a new ambassador to the U.N.
B
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Tom Quandahl, the asst. exec. director of the Y.M.C.A., said the Rosedale Water Dist. was planning to lower its water rates. B. Tom Quandahl, the assistant executive director of the YMCA, said the Rosedale Water District was planning to lower its water rates. C. Tom Quandahl, the assistant exec. director of the YMCA, said the Rosedale Water Dist. was planning to lower its water rates. D. Tom Quandahl, the asst. executive director of the Y.M.C.A., said the Rosedale Water District was planning to lower its water rates.
B
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. When Governor Bea Thornton resigned to become US ambassador to Malaysia, Lt. Governor Harry Swanson became gov. for the remainder of Thornton's term. B. When Gov. Bea Thornton resigned to become U.S. ambassador to Malaysia, Lt. Gov. Harry Swanson became governor for the remainder of Thornton's term. C. When Gov. Bea Thornton resigned to become United States ambassador to Malaysia, Lieutenant Gov. Harry Swanson became gov. for the remainder of Thornton's term. D. When Gov. Bea Thornton resigned to become U-S ambassador to Malaysia, Lt. Governor Harry Swanson became gov. for the remainder of Thornton's term.
B
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. During the news conference at the FBI office at 3745 Central Ave., Special Agent Christa Weston announced the arrest of 11 men from Seattle, Wash., on charges of plotting terrorist attacks on the U.S. B. During the news conference at the F.B.I. office at 3745 Central Avenue, Special Agent Christa Weston announced the arrest of 11 men from Seattle, Washington, on charges of plotting terrorist attacks on the U.S. C. During the news conference at the F-B-I office, Special Agent Christa Weston announced the arrest of eleven men from Seattle, Washington, on charges of plotting terrorist attacks on the United States. D. During the news conference at the F-B-I office at 37-45 Central Avenue, Special Agent Christa Weston announced the arrest of 11 men from Seattle, Washington, on charges of plotting terrorist attacks on the United States.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. "Sen. Armstrong deserves the state's thanks for persuading Congress to keep the military bases in this state open," Governor Sam Cunningham said. B. "Sen. Armstrong deserves the state's thanks for persuading Congress to keep the military bases in this state open," Gov. Sam Cunningham said. C. "Senator Armstrong deserves the state's thanks for persuading Congress to keep the military bases in this state open," Gov. Sam Cunningham said. D. "Senator Armstrong deserves the state's thanks for persuading Cong. to keep the military bases in this state open," Governor Sam Cunningham said.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Central States Airlines Incorporated said it would begin direct flights to Honolulu, Haw.; Portland, OR; and Sacramento, Cal., next month. B. Central States Airlines Incorp. said it would begin direct flights to Honolulu, Hawaii; Portland, OR; and Sacramento, Calif., next month. C. Central States Airlines Inc. said it would begin direct flights to Honolulu, Hawaii; Portland, Ore.; and Sacramento, Calif., next month. D. Central States Airlines Inc. said it would begin direct flights to Honolulu, Ha.; Portland, Oregon; and Sacramento, CA, next month.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Det. Sergeant William Mason Junior leads the murder investigation, but Lieutenant Marsha Tillman runs the force trying to break up the drug ring. B. Detective Sergeant William Mason, Jr., leads the murder investigation, but Lieut. Marsha Tillman runs the force trying to break up the drug ring. C. Detective Sgt. William Mason Jr. leads the murder investigation, but Lt. Marsha Tillman runs the force trying to break up the drug ring. D. Det. SGT William Mason Jr. leads the murder investigation, but LT Marsha Tillman runs the force trying to break up the drug ring.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Dist. Atty. Laura Petersen said the bus driver had acted recklessly by going 70 miles per hour in a 40 miles-per-hour zone and would be charged with seven counts of manslaughter. B. Dist. Atty. Laura Petersen said the bus driver had acted recklessly by going 70 mph in a 40 miles-per-hour zone and would be charged with seven counts of manslaughter. C. District Attorney Laura Petersen said the bus driver had acted recklessly by going 70 mph in a 40-mph zone and would be charged with seven counts of manslaughter. D. District Attorney Laura Petersen said the bus driver had acted recklessly by going 70 m.p.h. in a 40-m.p.h. zone and would be charged with seven counts of manslaughter.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Fire Capt. Samantha Abbelard said the warehouse fire forced the closing of Benton Blvd. between Twentieth and Twenty-second Sts. B. Fire CPT Samantha Abbelard said the warehouse fire forced the closing of Benton Blvd. between 20th and 22nd Sts. C. Fire Captain Samantha Abbelard said the warehouse fire forced the closing of Benton Boulevard between 20th and 22nd Streets. D. Fire Captain Samantha Abbelard said the warehouse fire forced the closing of Benton Boulevard between Twentieth and Twenty-second Streets.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Police Lieut. Sara Connolly said the raid at 3478 Northwest Bay Shore Terr. uncovered a methamphetamine laboratory, and two men from Schenectady, New York, were arrested on suspicion of operating the lab. B. Police LT Sara Connolly said the raid at 3478 N.W. Bay Shore Terr. uncovered a methamphetamine laboratory, and two men from Schenectady, New York, were arrested on suspicion of operating the lab. C. Police Lt. Sara Connolly said the raid at 3478 N.W. Bay Shore Terrace uncovered a methamphetamine laboratory, and two men from Schenectady, N.Y., were arrested on suspicion of operating the lab. D. Police Lt. Sara Connolly said the raid at 3478 Northwest Bay Shore Terrace uncovered a methamphetamine laboratory, and two men from Schenectady, NY, were arrested on suspicion of operating the lab.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Police arrested Thomas Jackson Junior of 378 Olive St. and charged him with driving 80 m.p.h. in a 45 m.p.h. zone. B. Police arrested Thomas Jackson, Junior, of 378 Olive St. and charged him with driving 80 miles per hour in a 45-mile-per-hour zone. C. Police arrested Thomas Jackson Jr. of 378 Olive St. and charged him with driving 80 mph in a 45 mph zone. D. Police arrested Thomas Jackson, Jr., of 378 Olive St. and charged him with driving 80 miles per hour in a 45 m.p.h. zone.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The DOD announced Wed. it had signed a $250 million contract with Gen. Dynamics Corporation to buy 50 new M1A1 tanks and a $175 million contract with the Ford Motor Company to buy 120 armored trucks. B. The DOD announced Wednesday it had signed a $250 million contract with Gen. Dynamics Corp. to buy 50 new M1A1 tanks and a $175 million contract with the Ford Motor Co. to buy 120 armored trucks. C. The Department of Defense announced Wednesday it had signed a $250 million contract with General Dynamics Corp. to buy 50 new M1A1 tanks and a $175 million contract with the Ford Motor Co. to buy 120 armored trucks. D. The Department of Defense announced Wed. it had signed a $250 million contract with General Dynamics Corporation to buy 50 new M1A1 tanks and a $175 million contract with the Ford Motor Company to buy 120 armored trucks.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The U.S. should withdraw all of its troops from the Middle East before their presence incites a new round of terrorist attacks, said Doctor Alice White, a professor of Islamic studies at the Univ. of Mont. B. The United States should withdraw all of its troops from the Middle East before their presence incites a new round of terrorist attacks, said Alice White, a prof. of Islamic studies at the Univ. of Mont. C. The United States should withdraw all of its troops from the Middle East before their presence incites a new round of terrorist attacks, said Alice White, a professor of Islamic studies at the University of Montana. D. The U.S. should withdraw all of its troops from the Middle East before their presence incites a new round of terrorist attacks, said Alice White, a Ph.D. professor of Islamic studies at the Univ. of Montana.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The blizzard dropped two feet of snow on Ithaca, N.Y., and Montpelier, Vt. B. The blizzard dropped two feet of snow on Ithaca, N-Y, and Montpelier, V-T. C. The blizzard dropped two feet of snow on Ithaca, New York, and Montpelier, Vermont. D. The blizzard dropped 2 ft. of snow on Ithaca, NY, and Montpelier, VT.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The construction project will keep 1st St. closed for nine weeks, but 3rd Ave. and 4th Lane will be open. B. The construction project will keep First St. closed for nine weeks, but Third Ave. and Fourth Lane will be open. C. The construction project will keep First Street closed for nine weeks, but Third Avenue and Fourth Lane will be open. D. The construction project will keep 1st Street closed for nine weeks, but 3rd Avenue and 4th Lane will be open.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The stop sign on Kendall Terr. at 9th St. had been knocked to the ground by the car that had come to rest in the yard at Twelve West 9th Street. B. The stop sign on Kendall Terr. at Ninth St. had been knocked to the ground by the car that had come to rest in the yard at 12 W. Ninth Street. C. The stop sign on Kendall Terrace at Ninth Street had been knocked to the ground by the car that had come to rest in the yard at 12 W. Ninth St. D. The stop sign on Kendall Terrace at 9th Street had been knocked to the ground by the car that had come to rest in the yard at Twelve West Ninth St.
C
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The Ford Motor Company announced it will move a manufacturing plant from Mich. to Birmingham, Alabama. B. The Ford Motor Co. announced it will move a manufacturing plant from Mich. to Birmingham, Ala. C. The Ford Motor Company announced it will move a manufacturing plant from Michigan to Birmingham, Ala. D. The Ford Motor Co. announced it will move a manufacturing plant from Michigan to Birmingham, Ala.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. CAPN Roger Westbook of the Police Department said the red sedan was headed west on Miller Cir. when the delivery truck going north on Walker Ln. struck it broadside. B. CAP Roger Westbook of the Police Dept. said the red sedan was headed west on Miller Circ. when the delivery truck going north on Walker Lne. struck it broadside. C. Capt. Roger Westbook of the P.D. said the red sedan was headed west on Miller Cir. when the delivery truck going north on Walker Lane struck it broadside. D. Capt. Roger Westbook of the Police Department said the red sedan was headed west on Miller Circle when the delivery truck going north on Walker Lane struck it broadside.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Doctor Henry Kissinger will deliver the commencement address to this spring's Univ. of Neb. graduates. B. Dr. Henry Kissinger will deliver the commencement address to this spring's University of NE. graduates. C. Henry Kissinger will deliver the commencement address to this spring's Univ. of Nebraska graduates. D. Henry Kissinger will deliver the commencement address to this spring's University of Nebraska graduates.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Governor Rudy Baker invited Reverend Frank McClary to deliver the invocation at the annual Y.M.C.A. Prayer Breakfast. B. Gov. Rudy Baker invited Rev. Frank McClary to deliver the invocation at the annual Y.M.C.A. Prayer Breakfast. C. Governor Rudy Baker invited the Reverend Frank McClary to deliver the invocation at the annual YMCA Prayer Breakfast. D. Gov. Rudy Baker invited the Rev. Frank McClary to deliver the invocation at the annual YMCA Prayer Breakfast.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Officials of Sunset Designs Store Co. at Thirty-third and Beal Sts. say their business is bankrupt and will have to lay off most of its employees. B. Officials of Sunset Designs Store Co. at 33 and Beal Streets say their business is bankrupt and will have to lay off most of its employees. C. Officials of Sunset Designs Store at 33rd and Beal Streets say their business is bankrupt and will have to lay off most of its employees. D. Officials of Sunset Designs Store say their business is bankrupt and will have to lay off most of its employees.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Police Sarg. Tina Daley said two people were killed in the drive-by shooting at Seventy-five thirty-two West Fifth Avenue. B. Police Sgt. Tina Daley said two people were killed in the drive-by shooting at 7532 W. 5th Ave. C. Police SGT Tina Daley said two people were killed in the drive-by shooting at 75-32 W. 5th Avenue. D. Police Sergeant Tina Daley said two people were killed in the drive-by shooting at 75-32 West Fifth Avenue.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Representative Sharon Young, a N.Y. Republican, said the C.I.A. had carried out rogue operations that had undermined the reputation of the U.S. in the Middle East. B. Representative Sharon Young, a New York Rep., said the C-I-A had carried out rogue operations that had undermined the reputation of the U.S. in the Middle East. C. Rep. Sharon Young, a N.Y. Rep., said the CIA had carried out rogue operations that had undermined the reputation of the United States in the Middle East. D. Rep. Sharon Young, a New York Republican, said the CIA had carried out rogue operations that had undermined the reputation of the United States in the Middle East.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. Sen. Gordon Trent said the president's nominee for U.S. ambassador to the U.N. was likely to antagonize several Latin American countries. B. Sen. Gordon Trent said the president's nominee for U-S amb. to the U-N was likely to antagonize several Latin American countries. C. Senator Gordon Trent said the president's nominee for United States ambassador to the U.N. was likely to antagonize several Latin American countries. D. Senator Gordon Trent said the president's nominee for U-S ambassador to the U-N was likely to antagonize several Latin American countries.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. State Senator Anne McRoy spoke with every resident on S. Thirty-third street about the proposal to build a prison on E. Adams Rd. B. St. Sen. Anne McRoy spoke with every resident on South Thirty-third Street about the proposal to build a prison on East Adams Rd. C. State Sen. Anne McRoy spoke with every resident on S. 33rd street about the proposal to build a prison on East Adams Rd. D. State Sen. Anne McRoy spoke with every resident on South 33rd Street about the proposal to build a prison on East Adams Road.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The C.I.A. and N.A.S.A. both have new leaders since the election, but the F.B.I. leadership remains unchanged. B. The C-I-A and N-A-S-A both have new leaders since the election, but the F-B-I leadership remains unchanged. C. The C.I.A. and N-A-S-A both have new leaders since the election, but the F.B.I. leadership remains unchanged. D. The C-I-A and NASA both have new leaders since the election, but the F-B-I leadership remains unchanged.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The Police Depart. and the F.B.I. freed all nine hostages who had been held at the 1st National Bank Corp. at 1315 N. 5th St. for seven hours. B. The Police Dept. and the F-B-I freed all nine hostages who had been held at the 1st Nat'l Bank Corp. at 1315 North Fifth St. for seven hours. C. The Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation freed all nine hostages who had been held at the First National Bank Corp. at 13-15 North Fifth Street for seven hours. D. The Police Department and the F-B-I freed all nine hostages who had been held at the First National Bank for seven hours.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The U.N. made clear its opposition to any long-term military presence for the U.S. in the Middle East. B. The U-N made clear its opposition to any long-term military presence for the U.S. in the Middle East. C. The U.N. made clear its opposition to any long-term military presence for the United States in the Middle East. D. The U-N made clear its opposition to any long-term military presence for the United States in the Middle East.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The Young Men's Christian Assn. will use the proceeds from the concert to build a new swimming pool and renovate the basketball courts, Exec. Dir. Tim McDonald said. B. The Y.M.C.A. will use the proceeds from the concert to build a new swimming pool and renovate the basketball courts, Exec. Director Tim McDonald said. C. The Y-M-C-A will use the proceeds from the concert to build a new swimming pool and renovate the basketball courts, Execuctive Dir. Tim McDonald said. D. The YMCA will use the proceeds from the concert to build a new swimming pool and renovate the basketball courts, Executive Director Tim McDonald said.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The fire at Twenty-three Fifty-seven North 1st St. destroyed the Fresh Taste Baking Company and the Comfort Stride Shoe Corporation, said Captain Donna Grassi of the Fire Department. B. The fire at 23-57 North 1st St. destroyed the Fresh Taste Baking Company and the Comfort Stride Shoe Corporation, said CPT Donna Grassi of the Fire Depart. C. The fire at 2356 North 1st Street destroyed the Fresh Taste Baking Co. and the Comfort Stride Shoe Corp., said Captain Donna Grassi of the Fire Department. D. The fire at 2357 N. First St. destroyed the Fresh Taste Baking Co. and the Comfort Stride Shoe Corp., said Capt. Donna Grassi of the Fire Department.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The lobbying firm opened its new office at 1553 K Street Northwest. Now the firm is close to such clients as Ford Motor Company, IBM Corporation and News Corporation, which have offices on K St. N.W. and J St. N.W. B. The lobbying firm opened its new office at 1553 K Street N.W. Now the firm is close to such clients as Ford Motor Co., IBM Corp. and News Corp., which have offices on K St. N.W. and J St. N.W. C. The lobbying firm opened its new office at Fifteen Fifty-Five K St. Northwest. Now the firm is close to such clients as Ford Motor Comp., IBM Corpn. and News Corpn., which have offices on "K" St. N.W. and "J" St. N.W. D. The lobbying firm opened its new office at 1553 K St. N.W. Now the firm is close to such clients as Ford Motor Co., IBM Corp. and News Corp., which have offices on K Street Northwest and J Street Northwest.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The new federal budget doubles spending for the C.I.A. but will cut N.A.S.A.'s space program by 15 percent. B. The new fed. budget doubles spending for the C.I.A. but will cut N-A-S-A.'s space program by 15 %. C. The new federal budget doubles spending for the CIA but will cut NASA's space program by 15 pct. D. The new federal budget doubles spending for the C-I-A but will cut NASA's space program by 15 percent.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The president sent a letter to the U.N. refusing to provide any US troops for the peacekeeping mission to Africa, but he did promise to send food & provide emergency loans. B. The president sent a letter to the U-N refusing to provide any US troops for the peacekeeping mission to Africa, but he did promise to send food and provide emergency loans. C. The Pres. sent a letter to the United Nations refusing to provide any U-S troops for the peacekeeping mission to Africa, but he did promise to send food & provide emergency loans. D. The president sent a letter to the United Nations refusing to provide any U.S. troops for the peacekeeping mission to Africa, but he did promise to send food and provide emergency loans.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The president's new adviser has a Ph.D. in economics and an M.S. in international relations. Both of her degrees are from Mich. State Univ. B. The president's new adviser has a dr.'s degree in economics and a master's in international relations. Both of her degrees are from Michigan State Univ. C. The president's new adviser has a doctorate in economics and a master's in international relations. Both of her degrees are from MSU. D. The president's new adviser has a doctorate in economics and a master's in international relations. Both of her degrees are from Michigan State University.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. The storms are heaviest along the west coast of Fla. and in southern Miss. and Ala., said Wendy Wright, a Ph.D. meteorologist. B. The storms are heaviest along the west coast of Fla. and in southern Miss. and Ala., said Wendy Wright, a meteorologist with a doctor's degree. C. The storms are heaviest along the west coast of FL and in southern MS and AL, said Dr. Wendy Wright, a meteorologist. D. The storms are heaviest along the west coast of Florida and in southern Mississippi and Alabama, said Wendy Wright, a meteorologist.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says the United States plan for Iraq may destabilize the region. B. U.N. Sec.-Gen. Ban Ki-moon says the U.S. plan for Iraq may destabilize the region. C. U-N Sec'y-Gen'l. Ban Ki-moon says the United States plan for Iraq may destabilize the region. D. U-N Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says the U-S plan for Iraq may destabilize the region.
D
Select the sentence free of errors in AP style for abbreviations for print publications. A. William Webster, who has a Ph.D. in economics, said News Corp., the owner of 20th Century Fox and the Fox Network, will be unable to sustain its current rate of growth. B. William Webster, who has a doctorate in econ., said News Corporation, the owner of 20th Century Fox and the Fox Network, will be unable to sustain its current rate of growth. C. William Webster, who has a Ph.D. in economics, said News Corp., the owner of 20th Cent. Fox and the Fox Ntwrk., will be unable to sustain its current rate of growth. D. William Webster, who has a doctorate in economics, said News Corp., the owner of 20th Century Fox and the Fox Network, will be unable to sustain its current rate of growth.
D
