Multiple choice

Directions: A part of the sentence that has been underlined may have an error. Select the option that is the most coherent and precise representation of the underlined part.

Sudha's hair are lengthier than Richa.

  1. Sudha's hair are lengthier than Richa.

  2. Sudha's hair is lengthier than Richa.

  3. Sudha's hair are lengthier than those of Richa.

  4. Sudha's hair is more lengthy than that of Richa.

  5. Sudha's hair is lengthier than Richa's.
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Comparisons must be parallel. 'Sudha's hair' must be compared to 'Richa's hair' (possessive), not just 'Richa' (person). 'Hair is lengthier' is correct because hair (as a collective noun) takes a singular verb when referring to the overall length or mass of hair.

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