Directions The sentences given in each question when properly sequenced form a coherent paragra...........

English Language (CLAT) Parajumbles

Directions : The sentences given in each question, when properly sequenced, form a coherent paragraph. Each sentence is labelled with a letter. Choose the most logical order of sentences from among the given choices to construct a coherent paragraph.

(a) When a dictionary is being edited, a lexicographer collects all the alphabetically arranged citation slips for a particular word.

(b) The moment a new word is coined, it usually enters the spoken language.

(d) The word then passes from the realm of hearing to the realm of writing.

abcd

acbd

bacd

bcad

Explanation:

Proper sequence for a coherent paragraph is:
(a) When a dictionary is being edited, a lexicographer collects all the alphabetically arranged citation slips for a particular word.
(c) The dictionary takes note of it and makes a note of it on a citation slip.
(b) The moment a new word is coined, it usually enters the spoken language.
(d) The word then passes from the realm of hearing to the realm of writing.
Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.