Select the word or phrase that is redundant and can be removed without changing the meaning of the text. Television journalist Barbara Walters is a person who broke barriers as the first female co- anchor of an evening news prongam in 1976 .

Barbara Walters is a person who broke barriers as the first female co-anchor of an evening news program in 1976. In this sentence, the phrase "a person who" can be removed without altering the meaning, allowing for a more concise statement: "Television journalist Barbara Walters broke barriers as the first female co-anchor of an evening news program in 1976." This not only tightens the sentence but also makes it punchier! Reducing redundancy is like giving your writing a little spa day—refreshing and rejuvenating for better clarity. Remember, every word should earn its place; otherwise, it risks becoming an unwelcome guest at the writing party!