Question

Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
Most of the Indian workers are as healthy as, if not healthier than, British workers.

• A. as if healthy as not healthier
• B. healthier but not as healthy
• C. as healthy, if not healthier
• D. No correction required

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

To determine whether the sentence is grammatically correct or if a replacement is needed, we will analyze each phrase option and its implications:

The original sentence reads: Most of the Indian workers are as healthy as, if not healthier than, British workers.

1. The phrase in bold as healthy as, if not healthier than indicates a comparison between Indian workers and British workers, suggesting that Indian workers are at least as healthy as British workers and possibly healthier. This is a common structure in English to express comparative equality or superiority.
2. Option A: as if healthy as not healthier - This phrase is ungrammatical and does not maintain the intended meaning of comparison.
3. Option B: healthier but not as healthy - This option contradicts itself, as one cannot be healthier and not as healthy at the same time.
4. Option C: as healthy, if not healthier - While similar, it lacks the comparative conjunction than required to properly complete the comparative expression.
5. Option D: No correction required - The original phrasing is already correct, maintaining grammatically and contextually appropriate comparison.

Thus, the most suitable conclusion is Option D: No correction required.