Question
In each of the following questions, a word has been
used in three different sentences. You must carefully examine the usage of the word in all the three sentences and decide in which sentence(s) the word has been used correctly and appropriately, both grammatically and contextually. Choose the option that indicates the correct combination of sentences. “Drive” I.The awareness campaign is expected to drive participation among farmers in water-conservation programmes. II.She decided to drive the confidential documents to the locker before leaving the office. III.Rising fuel prices may drive consumers toward public transportation alternatives.Solution
I → drive = stimulate/encourage II → drive documents (incorrect meaning; should be place/store/keep/submit) III → drive = push/influence behaviour Thus, I and III are correct.
CLUTCH
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