(1) Gambling is a largely Illogical activity, but many people still enjoy it. (2) The chance to obtain more money is so enticing that gamblers forget about the equally possible outcome of losing money. (3)
Gambling in a casino is especially illogical because any real understanding of probability and statistics
reveals that the chances of winning against the house are miniscule. (4) However, gambling remains
popular because of the undenlable thrill of victory and the hope of "hitting the jackpot."
Which revision eliminates the use of "to be" verbs in Sentence 17