Multiple choice general knowledge

Jim not only studied Maths but also Physics.

  1. not only studied Maths but also Physics

  2. studied not only Maths but also Physics

  3. studied not only Maths but also studied Physics

  4. studied Maths and Physics
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The correlative conjunction 'not only...but also' requires parallel structure. 'Studied' must come before 'not only' so it applies to both subjects: 'studied not only Maths but also Physics.' Placing 'not only' before 'studied' would require repeating it for both verbs.

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