Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3) that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
The watch is correct by the minute.
(1) to
(2) for
(3) of
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
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Correct Answer: (1)
Solution : The correct choice is the first option as this is the correct preposition to use in this context. It means that the watch is accurate and can be relied upon to the nearest minute,
So, the correct sentence should be: "The watch is correct to the minute."
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(1) Crowds
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(1) in
(2) at
(3) besides
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(1) in the
(2) into the
(3) onto the
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(1) appearance
(2) aspect
(3) entity
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(1) cause
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(3) incite
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