Multiple choice

Directions: Four parts of the sentences given below have been underlined. Identify the part having an error. If no part has an error, mark (E).

Critical thinkers are (A) able to identify (B) main issues, recognize (C) underlying assumptions, and (D) evaluating evidence. (E) No error

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Parallel structure error. After able to, all verbs must be in base form (identify, recognize, evaluate). Using evaluating (present participle) breaks this pattern. The correct phrase is able to identify main issues, recognize underlying assumptions, and evaluate evidence.

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