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Question : Directions: Fill in the blank with the appropriate preposition:

Ram was running short____ time.
 

Option 1: at
 

Option 2:  of
 

Option 3: with
 

Option 4:  for


Team Careers360 14th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 22nd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: of


Solution : The correct answer is option 2.

Explanation:

- Let's consider the options:
- To identify a specific time, the preposition "at" is used.
- The preposition "of" denotes something containing or consisting of.
- The preposition "with" is a preposition that means "accompanied by."
- The preposition" for" has the meaning "with the object or purpose of." It means the thing or person is appropriate for the task at hand.
The correct response is therefore option 2.

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