Question

The introduction of the new technology had a profound ________ on the way the photographs were processed.

• A. affect
• B. effect
• C. effective
• D. effected

Answer 1

Answer:

B. effect

• The correct sentence is:

• “The introduction of the new technology had a profound effect on the way the photographs were processed.”

• Rule: Use effect as a noun meaning result, impact, or consequence.

• The phrase “had a profound effect on” is a common expression meaning “had a very great impact on.”

Why the other options are incorrect

• Affect — Usually a verb meaning to influence or produce a change in something.

• Effective — An adjective meaning successful in producing the desired result.

• Effected — A verb meaning brought about or caused something to happen.