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Ambiguous or incorrect pronoun reference occurs when a pronoun (like “they”) lacks a clear, matching antecedent in number and person. In the original sentence, “they” could refer to “bus” or “park,” and it’s plural while “bus” is singular. Option A replaces the vague “they” with a specific noun—“the seats”—which makes logical sense and matches plurality with “were.” Option B mismatches number (“it were”). Option C uses an expletive “there” without a clear subject complement. Option D uses the possessive “its” incorrectly. On GED RLA editing tasks, fix unclear pronouns by (1) naming the noun explicitly or (2) ensuring the pronoun agrees with its antecedent in number and gender. Also, prefer concrete nouns for clarity when the pronoun could point to multiple antecedents in the sentence. A quick test is to ask, “Who or what does the pronoun replace?” If you can’t answer unambiguously, revise. Clear references improve cohesion and prevent reader confusion in academic writing.