Multiple choice

Which of the following options best corrects / completes statement IV?

Directions: In this passage, errors or parts of a sentence, which have been left out, have been underlined. To correct these errors and correctly complete the passage, choose the correct option.
Statement I: Sir Isaac Newton is thought as one of the greatest scientists
Statement II: and mathematicians for all time. He was born on the Christmas
Statement III: morning of 1642 at Wools Thorpe in Lincolnshire. Unknown scientist
Statement IV: as he was, he ____________                                    

  1. wasted his money on expensive discoveries

  2. became famous for all the wrong reasons

  3. solved many mysteries of nature

  4. claimed the work done by others
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Newton was an unknown scientist initially (as stated), yet he made groundbreaking discoveries in physics, mathematics, and astronomy. 'Solved many mysteries of nature' best captures his achievements like laws of motion, gravity, and calculus. The other options are inappropriate - he didn't waste money or claim others' work.

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