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.

After gaining majority a child ought to be allowed to make decisions of his own and in pursuing his goals because by that time he is mature sufficiently to decide on his own.

  1. and in pursuing his goals because by that time he is mature sufficiently

  2. and to pursuing his goals because by that time he is sufficiently mature

  3. and to pursue his goals because by that time he is matured enough

  4. and to pursue his goals because by that time he is matured sufficiently

  5. and pursue his goals because by that time he is sufficiently mature
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E Correct answer
Explanation

The parallel structure requires 'to pursue' (infinitive) to match 'to make' (infinitive). 'Matured' is incorrect - 'mature' is the adjective form. 'Sufficiently mature' is correct word order (adverb + adjective). 'Pursue his goals' is active and direct.

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