In this task, you're given a sentence and your task is to generate a simplified sentence that focuses on lexical paraphrasing from the original sentence given in the input.

Q: he is a brilliant scientist and researcher with vast intelligence and insight into mutant genetics.

A: he is a brilliant scientist with intelligence insight in mutant genetics.
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Q: in architectural decoration small pieces of colored and iridescent shell have been used to create mosaics and inlays , which have been used to decorate walls , furniture and boxes.

A: small pieces of colored and iridescent shell were used to create mosaics and inlays on walls , furniture and boxes.
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Q: prevalence in the united states , according to business magazine , an estimated 15 million functionally illiterate adults held jobs at the beginning of the 21st century.

A:
in fact , in the united states , according to business magazine , almost 15 million functionally uneducated adults held jobs at the beginning of the 21st century.
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