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    Question

    In each question below, a sentence is given with a part

    of it printed in bold and underlined. That part may contain a grammatical error. Each sentence is followed by phrases a), b), c) and d). Find out which phrase should replace the phrase given in bold to correct the error, if there is any, and to make the sentence grammatically meaningful and correct. If the sentence is correct as it is and ‘No correction is required’, mark e) as the answer. The panel of experts, after reviewing extensive evidence, were of the opinion that the proposal required revision.
    A Was of the opinion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Had been of the opinion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Are of the opinion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Have been of the opinion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E No correction required Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The subject “panel” is a collective noun referring to a single decision-making body. When such nouns act as a unit, they take a singular verb, hence “was” is correct.

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