Directions : Which of the phrase/ word from the options (a), (b), (c) and (d) given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold letters to make the sentence grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark (e) i.e., “No replacement required” as the answer.
The politicians makes vague promise about tax cuts.
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IBPS PO Prelims 2020
has promises
Incorrect Answerwould recalled policies
Incorrect Answermade vague promises
Correct Answershould conflict promise
Incorrect AnswerNo replacement required
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- The original phrase "makes vague promise" is grammatically incorrect because "makes" is a present tense verb and should be "make" to match with the plural noun "politicians". Additionally, "promise" should be plural as "promises."
- Option 1: has promises - This suggests possession rather than an action and doesn't fit the context.
- Option 2: would recalled policies - This is incorrect grammatically and contextually, as "recalled" does not fit with promises about tax cuts.
- Option 3: made vague promises - Corrects the tense and number agreement. "Made" aligns with the past tense and "promises" is plural to match the subject "politicians."
- Option 4: should conflict promise - This does not make sense contextually, as it introduces "conflict," which is not related to the original meaning.
- Option 5: No replacement required - Suggests the sentence is already correct, which it is not.
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By: Parvesh Mehta