Question

Initiative and referendum, is a procedure that allows voters to propose and pass laws as well as to repeal them:

• A. allows voters to propose to pass, and repeal laws
• B. allows voters to propose, pass and to repeal laws
• C. will allow voter to propose, pass, as well as to repeal laws
• D. will allow laws on be proposed, passed, as well as repealed by voters

Hint:

In lists of actions, maintain parallel structure and ensure each verb form matches the grammatical pattern.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

This sentence improvement question is testing parallel structure and grammatical conciseness.
The base sentence describes the functions of the initiative and referendum process — proposing, passing, and repealing laws.
Option (a) “propose to pass” changes the meaning because it makes “propose” and “pass” seem like a single combined action, which is inaccurate.
Option (b) correctly lists three separate, parallel actions: propose, pass, and to repeal. The repetition of “to” before the last verb is optional here, but its inclusion is grammatically acceptable and adds clarity.
Option (c) uses “will allow voter” which has two issues — incorrect singular “voter” (should be plural “voters”) and an unnecessary shift to future tense “will allow” instead of present “allows,” which is preferred for general definitions.
Option (d) is ungrammatical (“will allow laws on be proposed”) and awkwardly structured, making it unclear and clumsy.
Therefore, option (b) is the best because it maintains parallelism, accuracy, and smooth readability while conveying the intended meaning without distortion.