Multiple choice

Directions: The sentence given below has been divided into four parts (a), (b), (c) and (d). One of these parts may contain an error. You have to indicate that part as your answer. If there is no error, indicate (e) as your answer.

Rekha is (a)/ the ablest (b)/ and intelligent (c)/ of all the girls. (d)/ No error (e)

  1. (a)

  2. (b)

  3. (c)

  4. (d)

  5. (e)
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C Correct answer
Explanation

When using multiple superlatives in a list, each item needs its own superlative form for parallel structure. 'The ablest and intelligent' is incorrect - it should be 'the ablest and most intelligent' or both words should use the superlative form. Part (c) contains the error.

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