$6\mathrm{.}9$ Buried Verbs and Zombie Nouns

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Your Task Revise the following to recover buried verbs and convert zombie nouns.

a$.$ After making an investigation, the fire department reached the conclusion that the blaze was set intentionally.

b$.$ Our committee made a promise to give consideration to your proposal at its next meeting.

c$.$ When used properly, zero$-$based budgeting can bring about a reduction in overall costs.

d$.$ Did our department put in an application for increased budget support?

e$.$ The budget committee has not taken action on any projects yet.

f$.$ Homeowners must make a determination of the total value of their furnishings.