W*T*F - SAT question of the day?

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1

<p>In addition to Hindus and Buddhists, the religion of Jainism developed within the ancient civilization of India.</p>

<p>A - In addition to Hindus and Buddhists,</p>

<p>B - As with Hinduism and Buddhism,</p>

<p>C - Hinduism, Buddhism, and also</p>

<p>D - Along with Hinduism and Buddhism,</p>

<p>E - Hindus and Buddhists, in addition to</p>

<p><em>what is the difference between B and D?</em></p>

2

<p>I think there is no difference.</p>

3

<p>I'm pretty sure it's because "along with" is idiomatic.</p>

4

<p>'as' is comparing both religions to the third one but 'along with' is explaining a relation between all religions</p>

5

<p>Quite easy... B sounds really bad, you can omit it.</p>

6

<p>It sounds incorrect. D would have to be it.</p>

7

<p>it is D.
B sounds horrible.</p>

8

<p>Ya B just doesn't flow well.</p>

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