which one is correct -taken out /off

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which one is correct in the below?


1. I have taken out the unwanted details in this document
2. I have taken off the unwanted details in this document
 

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Which one is correct [STRIKE]in the[/STRIKE] below?


1. I have taken out the unwanted details in this document
2. I have taken off the unwanted details in this document

Of the two options, the first one.
 

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I have taken out is appropriate
 

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'I have taken out' is appropriate.

I have added punctuation to your sentence, Aidani jamal.

Please read this extract from the Posting Guidelines:

You are welcome to answer questions posted in the Ask a Teacher forum as long as your suggestions, help, and advice reflect a good understanding of the English language. If you are not a teacher, you will need to state that clearly at the top of your post.

Rover
 

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Thank you so much Rover. I am just a student.
 
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