Question

select the word or phrase that is redundant and can be removed without changing the meaning of the text. before taking the stand, the two eyewitnesses pledged that they would provide an honest and truthful account of the accident.

Explanation:

To determine the redundant word, we analyze the meanings of "honest" and "truthful". Both words convey a similar idea of being sincere and not deceptive. So, either "honest" or "truthful" is redundant. In the context, "truthful" (or "honest") can be removed without altering the meaning as they are synonymous.

Answer:

truthful (or honest, but in the given sentence, "truthful" is the redundant one that can be removed as "honest" already conveys a similar meaning of being sincere about the account of the accident)