The tie _________________ the shirt. Yes, it was _________________ with the shoes.

  1. compliments,complimentary

  2. complements,complimentary

  3. compliments,complementary

  4. complements,complementary


Correct Option: B

AI Explanation

To answer this question, you need to understand the difference between "compliments" and "complements."

Option A) "compliments, complimentary" - This option is incorrect. "Compliments" is the correct verb form of the word, but "complimentary" is an adjective that means something is given for free or as a gesture of goodwill. It does not fit in the context of the sentence.

Option B) "complements, complimentary" - This option is correct. "Complements" is the verb form of the word, which means to enhance or complete something. "Complimentary" is an adjective that means something is given for free or as a gesture of goodwill. In the context of the sentence, it means the tie enhances or completes the shirt, and it was given for free or as a gesture of goodwill with the shoes.

Option C) "compliments, complementary" - This option is incorrect. "Compliments" is the correct verb form of the word, but "complementary" is an adjective that means something is harmonious or goes well with something else. It does not fit in the context of the sentence.

Option D) "complements, complementary" - This option is incorrect. "Complements" is the verb form of the word, which means to enhance or complete something. "Complementary" is an adjective that means something is harmonious or goes well with something else. It does not fit in the context of the sentence.

The correct answer is B) complements, complimentary. This option is correct because "complements" is the correct verb form to indicate that the tie enhances or completes the shirt. "Complimentary" is used to describe that the tie was given for free or as a gesture of goodwill with the shoes.

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