Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5 ........

English Language (MTS) Fill in the blanks

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
With Covid-19 cases going down in Delhi many hospitals have (1)______ shifting their focus to other facilities for the treatment of nonCovid patients. At a time when (2)______ pressure
of non-Covid patients continues to increase, the Municipal Corporation (3)______ hospitals to retain back-up health workers for 100
beds and move the remaining (4)______ to other units.
This move is expected to bring relief to many patients suffering from other diseases (5)______ cancer, heart or kidney disease, which
need urgent services.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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as well as

such as

similar to

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Explanation:

- Option 1: along with - This phrase is typically used to add information that is related but not part of the main point. For example, "He brought his pen along with his notebook." Here, it doesn't fit well because it's describing diseases, not adding related items.

- Option 2: as well as - This phrase is also used to add information but suggests something in addition. It's often used to link items of similar nature, such as "He studies English as well as Math." It implies 'in addition to,' which may not be the best fit in listing examples.

- Option 3: such as - Correct Answer - This option is typically used to provide examples. It is ideal for the context "such as cancer, heart, or kidney disease," as it lists specific instances of other diseases.

- Option 4: similar to - This phrase is used for showing resemblance or likeness. It would mean these diseases are like cancer, which may not be the intended meaning here as it doesn't list examples but implies likeness.