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    Question

    In the following sentences, a part of the sentence is

    underlined. Beneath each sentence are given five alternatives. Choose the option that best replaces the underlined part and improves the sentence grammatically and contextually. If no improvement is required, choose Option (E) – No improvement. Employees who regularly plan their schedules is more likely to complete their work efficiently than those who work without clear priorities.
    A are more likely completing their work efficiently Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B are more likely to complete their work efficiently Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C is more likely completing their work efficiently Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D were more likely to complete their work efficiently Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E No improvement Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The subject “employees” is plural, so the verb must also be plural. Incorrect phrase: employees … is more likely Correct phrase: employees … are more likely Correct sentence: Employees who regularly plan their schedules are more likely to complete their work efficiently. Option Analysis A – Incorrect tense structure. B – Correct subject–verb agreement and verb form. C – Still contains the incorrect singular verb. D – Incorrect tense shift. E – Incorrect because improvement is required.

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