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    Question

    Fill in the blanks with the most suitable word from the options.

    Arriva has operated _____ number of rail franchises in

    the UK since privatisation in 1996 though its subsidiary, Arriva UK Trains.
    A the Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B a Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C an Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D any Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    “A number” is always plural. “The number” is always singular. Arriva has operated a number of rail franchises in the UK since privatisation in 1996 though its subsidiary, Arriva UK Trains.

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