psat writing help

Test Preparation
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<p>i took the practice psat test found in PR's 11 tests for the new sat today. was confused by a few things in the writing section:</p>

<p>When Ms. Ruiz (arrived) at the holiday sale, she realized (that) she (had left) her wallet at home (and must) go back to get it.</p>

<p>i put E, correct answer D.</p>

<p>Pilot carelessness, (rather than) equipment failure, (was) (responsible) for the (near disaster) at the local airport.</p>

<p>i put D (thought it should be "nearby disaster"), correct answer E</p>

<p>also, is "a group of people" singular or plural? does the same go for "a number of", "a council of", etc.?</p>

<p>thanks</p>

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<p>Pilot carelessness, (rather than) equipment failure, (was) (responsible) for the (near disaster) at the local airport.
E is the correct answer. Near is not refering to location, but rather the accident, meaning the almost-accident</p>