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    Question

    Select the most appropriate phrase to replace the

    underlined phrase in the given sentence to make it grammatically correct. Select 'No correction required' as the answer, if the sentence is correct as it is. Not only a prolonged delay in regulatory approvals, but also repeated revisions in compliance norms across departments, have contributed towards the slowdown in execution of the project despite adequate funding .
    A has contributed to the slowdown in the execution of the project despite adequate funding Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B have contributed to the slowdown in execution of the project despite adequate funding Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C has contributed towards slowdown in execution of the project despite adequate funding Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D have contributed towards the slowdown in the execution of the project despite of adequate funding Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E No correction required Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    • With not only…but also, verb agrees with nearest subject • Nearest subject = revisions (plural) → have contributed Only B matches correlative agreement.

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