GED Essay Writing Exam - Topic 5 Question 7 Discussion

Actual exam question for GED's GED Essay Writing exam

Question #: 7
Topic #: 5

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Sentence 7: This not only removes some stress, but it also has provided insurance in case of damage, breakage, or loss.

Which is the best way to write the underlined portion of this sentence? If the original is the best way, choose optionA.

Ahas provided

Bhas been provided

Chas been providing

Dprovided

Eprovides

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Suggested Answer: E

by Eleni at Jun 18, 2026, 05:43 AM

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Inocencia

24 hours ago

I think option A is the best. It sounds clear.

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An

6 days ago

Surprised that "provided" is even an option!

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Tonette

11 days ago

Totally agree with E! It fits perfectly.

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Nu

16 days ago

Wait, why is "has been provided" not a good choice?

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Leah

22 days ago

I think A sounds better, though.

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Kimbery

27 days ago

Option E is the most concise.

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Whitley

1 month ago

I think I lean towards "provides" because it feels more direct, but I might be overthinking it.

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Lanie

1 month ago

I can't recall if "has been provided" fits here. It seems too passive for what the sentence is trying to convey.

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Ayesha

1 month ago

I feel like "provides" might be a better option since it suggests a continuous action. We had a similar question in practice!

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Joseph

2 months ago

I remember we discussed how verb tense can change the meaning of a sentence. I think "has provided" sounds right, but I'm not sure.

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