Writing Improvement Exercise: Kicking the Noun Habit

Your Task.
Revise the following to avoid converting verbs into nouns.
a. The homeowner came to the realization that her asking price was too high.
b. Customers show a preference for rich colors.
c. Management conducted an investigation into efforts for staff reduction.
d. Insurance representatives placed the damage assessment at $1,000.
e. The CEO must first give his approval to the plan.