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    Question

    In the given question, a word has been given and there

    are three ways in which the word has been used, in similar or different forms. You need to see which of the sentences have correctly used the bold word, and mark that as your answer. Source 1. The classic oats meal, if made with very little or no oil, is a very good source of protein. 2. She was called upon to source a supply of carpet as the director had grown fond of it. 3. My military sources have informed me about a reduction in strategic nuclear weapons.
    A Only 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only 1 & 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only 1 & 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only 2 & 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All 1, 2 & 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    1.       (e) All the three sentences have correctly used the word SOURCE. In 1, SOURCE means a place, person, or thing from which something originates or can be obtained. The sentence talks about the nutrient content of oats meal. In 2, SOURCE has been used as a verb. It means to find out where (something) can be obtained. The sentence talks about finding the supply of carpet. In 3, SOURCE has been used as a noun. It means a person who provides information. The sentence talks about information regarding strategic nuclear weapons. Thus, (e) is the right answer.

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