Part 1. Definition
Given a text, write a compressed version of it in a single sentence.
Part 2. Example
Except for this small vocal minority, we have just not gotten a lot of groundswell against this from members, " says APA president Philip G. Zimbardo of Stanford University.
Answer: "Except for this small vocal minority, we have not gotten a lot of groundswell against this," says APA president Zimbardo.
Explanation: Both texts convey the same meaning that they have not gotten much groundswell against this except for small minority.
Part 3. Exercise
The APA has spent more than $1 million to help state psychological associations develop and lobby for such prescription privileges - - or " RxP " - - legislation. A total of 31 state psychology associations have task forces dedicated to developing and lobbying for prescription - privileges legislation.
Answer:
APA has spent more than 1 million to help psychological associates develop and lobby for prescription privileges, 31 state associates have task forces dedicated to developing and lobbying for prescription-privileges legislation