To mute an idea, put it in where?

• A. the lead sentence.
• B. the title.
• C. the conclusion.
• D. two or more equally important ideas.

Answer: (D)

Muting an idea means placing it alongside two or more ideas that carry equal weight, so no single point stands out as the main focus. When an idea is presented with others on the same level, its impact is spread thin and it doesn’t dominate the reader’s attention. If you were to put that idea in the opening sentence, a title, or the conclusion, it would be highlighted and come across as the centerpiece. But by weaving it into a set of equally important ideas, you soften its prominence and create a more balanced presentation. For example, saying that improving transportation, housing, and jobs are all essential and then giving each topic similar treatment keeps any one point from dominating.