8.3  Odd One Out

In this exercise, you'll see four example sentences for each word. Only three of them are correct. Try to click on these three correct sentences and avoid the 'odd one out'.

complex

Crime is a complex issue, which requires careful research using a wide range of data and methods.

Forming a new government in New Zealand is a complex process now that several different political parties are involved.

I was pleased that she gave me complex instructions on how to get to her house from the station.

The police investigation was complex, involving hundreds of officers from different cities over the course of two years.

coherent

The government found it difficult to put together a coherent policy on education which would satisfy the competing demands of different parts of society.

I’m happy with the different sections of the report, but I feel they don’t add up to a coherent whole.

I bought a new suit and shoes for the wedding, but I still need a tie to make up a coherent outfit.

When interviewed by the police, he was unable to provide a coherent explanation for his behaviour and was therefore detained for further questioning.

encompass 

The new Mazda X sports car encompasses electronic ignition, disk brakes and a six-speed gearbox.

The conference encompasses a wide range of disciplines from history to sociology.

As a democratic organisation, it’s important that we encompass a broad spectrum of views.

Our campaign needs to encompass all the key market sectors.

accurate 

Although it was entirely mechanical, Johnson’s clock proved to be a surprisingly accurate timepiece.

Unfortunately, her description contained a number of serious inaccuracies.

consist 



The programme consists of lectures, seminars and individual research projects, together with on-line tutorials with your supervisor.

All you really need to consist your home office is a screen, a CPU, a keyboard, a mouse and an internet connection.

The embryo consists of a cluster of cells, each of which has a role in the full development of the organism.

Each research team will consist of an IT specialist, a marketing executive, a finance officer and a product manager.

analyse 

I analysed history, geography and sociology at school, but unfortunately, economics wasn’t an option for us.

The data was analysed using SPSS in order to establish correlations.

We need to sit down together and analyse the situation carefully before jumping to any conclusions.

The research team is analysing samples obtained from Antarctica in order to investigate global warming.

compile

The document should be compiled under ‘Other business’ in the administrative folder.

We’ve compiled a short-list of potential buyers and intend to contact them soon to arrange personal consultations.

According to statistics compiled by Professor Roberts of Massey University, New Zealand companies are becoming increasingly reliant on short-term finance.

The financial report has been compiled by a team of financial experts from Cornell University.