Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is made bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (A), (B), (C) and (D) which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative.
It is crucial in clarify the role and purpose of PSBs and for them to concentrate on specific regions or business segments.
It is crucial to clarify from
Incorrect AnswerIt is crucial in clarification
Incorrect AnswerIt is crucial to clarify in
Incorrect AnswerIt is crucial to clarify
Correct AnswerNo correction required
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
Correct Answer is (d).The original sentence is erroneous.
Reason: The word ‘crucial’ must be followed the preposition ‘to’ instead of ‘in’ in this context. The expression “crucial to” means ‘of great importance to’.
Hence ‘to’ should be used in place of ‘in’ to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.
Among the given choices, only option D replaces the given bold part most appropriately.
The sentence after replacement becomes:
It is crucial to clarify the role and purpose of PSBs and for them to concentrate on specific regions or business segments.Option D is hence the correct answer.
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By: Abhishek kumar