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Identify the part having an error:
He got (1) second prize (2) in the tournament (3) last week (4)
Identify the part having an error:
He got (1) second prize (2) in the tournament (3) last week (4)
He got (1) second prize (2) in the tournament (3) last week (4)
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In English, we commonly say "won second prize" rather than "got second prize."
Updated On: Mar 26, 2025
- (1)
- (2)
- (3)
- (4)
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
The error lies in part (1) of the sentence. The phrase "He got second prize" is not commonly used in English; it should be "He won second prize" or "He got the second prize."
Thus, the error is in part (1).
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