In this task, we ask you to rewrite a sentence in simple English without changing its general meaning. Essentially, you want to make the sentence easier to read by using simpler words, utilizing more straightforward sentence structures, and omitting non-essential information etc.
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Question: Butter cakes are traditionally made using a creaming method , in which the butter and sugar are first beaten until fluffy to incorporate air into the butter .

Answer: Butter cakes are often made by beating the butter and sugar until fluffy .


Question: As launch customer , and because of its early involvement before placing a formal order , Pan Am was able to influence the design and development of the 747 to an extent unmatched by a single airline before or since .

Answer: Since Pan Am was the launch customer , Pan Am had a big say in the design and making of the 747 .


Question: A common way to remember a tragic incident and to remember the victims or casualties of such an event is a commemorative moment of silence .

Answer:
A moment of silence is a common way to remember tragedies .