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Which sentence correctly uses the word compact as a noun?

Alicia folded the blanket into a compact square that fit inside her suitcase.
The Sullivan family has a compact car, which makes parking simple.
Mrs. Jenkins pulled a compact from her purse and checked her makeup.
Mr. Jameson compacted the trash tightly into the big plastic bin.


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Answer:

Mrs. Jenkins pulled a compact from her purse and checked her makeup.  

Explanation:

The noun compact refers to a small case with makeup and a mirror. This is the only sentence in which compact is used as a noun, and it is used correctly as it is referring to the makeup device. The other sentences use compact as an adjective and a verb.