Question
In each question below, four words printed in bold are
given. These are numbered (A), (B), (C) and (D).One of these words may be wrongly spelt or inappropriate in the context of the sentence. Identify that word. If all the words are correctly spelt and contextually appropriate, choose (E) All Correct. The author was praised for her redundent (A) style, but critics felt the conclusion was lucid (B) and unnecessarily (C) prolonged (D).Solution
redundent is incorrectly spelt. Correct spelling: redundant Meanings: Lucid – clear and easy to understand Redundant – repetitive or unnecessary Unnecessarily – without need Prolonged – extended in time Error is in option A.
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