Hi,
I have done the sentence corrections in OG 12 after going thru the 4th edition of manhattan sc guide. My accuracy is around 65%. As i am doing SCs for the first time, i have not maintained any time limits while doing so. Even then the score is very low and i am very much disheartened and donno how I can improve on this. Any suggestions are most welcome.
Also one more question, will the toughness of SCs in the real exam be on par with that in OG or will it be more?(Though it is known that the more the number of answers that are correct, the more tough the questions will be)
Hi Sid,
Sorry for late reply.
My answers in Blue.
767) The increased popularity and availability of televisions has led to the decline of regional dialects, language variations which originate from diverse ethnic and cultural heritages and perpetuated by geographic isolation.
(A) which originate from diverse ethnic and cultural heritages and perpetuated
(B) that originated from diverse ethnic and cultural heritages and perpetuated
(C) originated from diverse ethnic and cultural heritages and perpetuated
(D) originating from diverse ethnic and cultural heritages and perpetuated
(E) originating from diverse ethnic and cultural heritages and perpetuating
Explanation-
A-incorrect-wrong tense.
B,C-incorrect- violating parallelism- "originated (verb-the simple past) and perpetuated(djective -past participle)
E-incorrect-awkward- perpetuating by
777. The man was always aware, sometimes proudly and sometimes resentfully, that he was a small-town Midwesterner who was thrust into a world that was dominated by wealthier, better-educated, and more polished people than him.
(A) who was thrust into a world that was dominated by wealthier, better-educated, and more polished people than him
(B) who had been thrust into a world that was dominated by more wealthy, educated, and polished people than him
(C) who had been thrust into a world dominated by wealthier, better-educated, and people more polished than he was
(D) thrust into a world dominated by more wealthy, educated, and polished people than him
(E) thrust into a world dominated by wealthier, better-educated, and more polished people than he
Explanation-
A,B,D- incorrect- subjet form of pronoun always comes after 'than' or 'as'.
C-incorrect- than he was- was needs to be eclipsed.
794. The Olympic Games helped to keep peace among the pugnacious states of the Greek world in that a sacred truce was proclaimed during the festivals month.
(A) world in that a sacred truce was proclaimed during the festivals month
(B) world, proclaiming a sacred truce during the festivals month
(C) world when they proclaimed a sacred truce for the festival month
(D) world, for a sacred truce was proclaimed during the month of the festival
(E) world by proclamation of a sacred truce that was for the month of the festival
799. The owner of Steeles Grocery in Osage, Ohio, saved $600 monthly on heat during the winter by putting all his refrigerator air compressors together in an insulated compartment, then installing two fans and a duct that carried waste heat from the compressors into the main part of the store.
(A) then installing two fans and a duct that carried
(B) then he installing two fans and a duct that carried
(C) then two fans were installed with a duct that carried
(D) installing two fans, and then carrying through a duct
(E) installing two fans, and a duct carrying
800. The Parthenon was a church from 1204 until 1456, when Athens was taken by General Mohammed the Conqueror, the Turkish sultan, who established a mosque in the building and used the Acropolis as a fortress.
(A) who established a mosque in the building and used the Acropolis as
(B) who, establishing a mosque in the building, used the Acropolis like
(C) who, when he had established a mosque in the building, used the Acropolis like
(D) who had established a mosque in the building, using the Acropolis to be
(E) establishing a mosque in the building and using the Acropolis as
Will edit the post for rest of the explanation. in hurry right now.
Regards,
Neha
Hi Neha,
Is the IDIOM So X...SO Y that Z correct?
SET 5
Q1:
So dogged were Frances Perkins investigations of the garment industry, and her lobbying for wage and hour reform was persistent, Alfred E. Smith and Franklin D. Roosevelt recruited Perkins to work within the government, rather than as a social worker.
A. and her lobbying for wage and hour reform was persistent,
B. and lobbying for wage and hour reform was persistent, so that
C. her lobbying for wage and hour reform persistent, that
D. lobbying for wage and hour reform was so persistent,
E. so persistent her lobbying for wage and hour reform, that
Hi Neha,
Is the IDIOM So X...SO Y that Z correct?
SET 5
Q1:
So dogged were Frances Perkins investigations of the garment industry, and her lobbying for wage and hour reform was persistent, Alfred E. Smith and Franklin D. Roosevelt recruited Perkins to work within the government, rather than as a social worker.
A. and her lobbying for wage and hour reform was persistent,
B. and lobbying for wage and hour reform was persistent, so that
C. her lobbying for wage and hour reform persistent, that
D. lobbying for wage and hour reform was so persistent,
E. so persistent her lobbying for wage and hour reform, that
Hi Sid,
The correct idiom is - So X that Z.
The issue, here, is Parallelism.
This is very tricky, but the construction in E relates back to the construction already established at the beginning of the sentence:
"So (adjective) were FP's (noun)"
when we then say,
", and so (adjective) her (noun)"
we are just mimicking the earlier structure. This is parallel and clear.
And, her lobbying and Frances Perkins' lobbying are equivalent. The use of the possessive pronoun "her" simply makes the sentence less unwieldy and less repetitive.
Hope that clears your doubt.
Regards,
Neha
Hi,
Confusions !!!
set6)
Q1
The themes that Rita Dove explores in her poetry is universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally she deals with racial issues.
A. is universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally she deals
B. is universal, encompassing much of the human condition, also occasionally it deals
C. are universal, they encompass much of the human condition and occasionally deals
D. are universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally dealing
E. are universal, they encompass much of the human condition, also occasionally are dealing
Q8:
Many financial experts believe that policy makers at the Federal Reserve, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are almost certain to leave interest rates unchanged for the foreseeable future.
A. Reserve, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are
B. Reserve, now viewing the economy to be balanced between that of moderate growth and low inflation and are
C. Reserve who, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are
D. Reserve, who now view the economy to be balanced between that of moderate growth and low inflation, will be
E. Reserve, which now views the economy to be balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, is
22)
Charles Lindbergh, for his attempt at a solo transatlantic flight, was very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he therefore refused to carry even a pound of mail, despite being offered $1,000 to do so.
A. Charles Lindbergh, for his attempt at a solo transatlantic flight, was very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he therefore
B. When Charles Lindbergh was attempting his solo transatlantic flight, being very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he
C. Since he was very reluctant to carry any extra weight on his plane when he was attempting his solo transatlantic flight, so Charles Lindbergh
D. Being very reluctant to carry any extra weight on his plane when he attempted his solo transatlantic flight was the reason that Charles Lindbergh
E. Very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane when he attempted his solo transatlantic flight, Charles Lindbergh
27)
The results of two recent unrelated studies support the idea that dolphins may share certain cognitive abilities with humans and great apes; the studies indicate dolphins as capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously the mood or intention of humans.
A. dolphins as capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously
B. dolphins?ability to recognize themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered as a sign of self-awarenessand of spontaneously grasping
C. dolphins to be capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously
D. that dolphins have the ability to recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered as a sign of self-awarenessand spontaneously grasping
E. that dolphins are capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand of spontaneously grasping
Confusions !!!
set6)
Q1
The themes that Rita Dove explores in her poetry is universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally she deals with racial issues.
A. is universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally she deals
B. is universal, encompassing much of the human condition, also occasionally it deals
C. are universal, they encompass much of the human condition and occasionally deals
D. are universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally dealing
E. are universal, they encompass much of the human condition, also occasionally are dealing
Q8:
Many financial experts believe that policy makers at the Federal Reserve, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are almost certain to leave interest rates unchanged for the foreseeable future.
A. Reserve, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are
B. Reserve, now viewing the economy to be balanced between that of moderate growth and low inflation and are
C. Reserve who, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are
D. Reserve, who now view the economy to be balanced between that of moderate growth and low inflation, will be
E. Reserve, which now views the economy to be balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, is
22)
Charles Lindbergh, for his attempt at a solo transatlantic flight, was very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he therefore refused to carry even a pound of mail, despite being offered $1,000 to do so.
A. Charles Lindbergh, for his attempt at a solo transatlantic flight, was very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he therefore
B. When Charles Lindbergh was attempting his solo transatlantic flight, being very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he
C. Since he was very reluctant to carry any extra weight on his plane when he was attempting his solo transatlantic flight, so Charles Lindbergh
D. Being very reluctant to carry any extra weight on his plane when he attempted his solo transatlantic flight was the reason that Charles Lindbergh
E. Very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane when he attempted his solo transatlantic flight, Charles Lindbergh
27)
The results of two recent unrelated studies support the idea that dolphins may share certain cognitive abilities with humans and great apes; the studies indicate dolphins as capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously the mood or intention of humans.
A. dolphins as capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously
B. dolphins?ability to recognize themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered as a sign of self-awarenessand of spontaneously grasping
C. dolphins to be capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously
D. that dolphins have the ability to recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered as a sign of self-awarenessand spontaneously grasping
E. that dolphins are capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand of spontaneously grasping
hey...
here are my answers marked in blue... plz let me know the OAs...
I am not sure about second one... now usually follows by verb but no choice has verb so i used POE to select my best...
1 week to go guys...
cheers!!
Hi,
Confusions !!!
set6)
Q1
The themes that Rita Dove explores in her poetry is universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally she deals with racial issues.
A.is universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally she deals
B.is universal, encompassing much of the human condition, also occasionally it deals
C.are universal, they encompass much of the human condition and occasionally deals
D.are universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally dealing
E.are universal, they encompass much of the human condition, also occasionally are dealing
Q8:
Many financial experts believe that policy makers at the Federal Reserve, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are almost certain to leave interest rates unchanged for the foreseeable future.
A. Reserve, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are
B. Reserve, now viewing the economy to be balanced between that of moderate growth and low inflation and are
C. Reserve who, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are
D. Reserve, who now view the economy to be balanced between that of moderate growth and low inflation, will be
E. Reserve, which now views the economy to be balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, is
22)
Charles Lindbergh, for his attempt at a solo transatlantic flight, was very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he therefore refused to carry even a pound of mail, despite being offered $1,000 to do so.
A.Charles Lindbergh, for his attempt at a solo transatlantic flight, was very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he therefore
B.When Charles Lindbergh was attempting his solo transatlantic flight, being very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he
C.Since he was very reluctant to carry any extra weight on his plane when he was attempting his solo transatlantic flight, so Charles Lindbergh
D.Being very reluctant to carry any extra weight on his plane when he attempted his solo transatlantic flight was the reason that Charles Lindbergh
E.Very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane when he attempted his solo transatlantic flight, Charles Lindbergh
27)
The results of two recent unrelated studies support the idea that dolphins may share certain cognitive abilities with humans and great apes; the studies indicate dolphins as capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously the mood or intention of humans.
A.dolphins as capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously
B.dolphins?ability to recognize themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered as a sign of self-awarenessand of spontaneously grasping
C.dolphins to be capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously
D.that dolphins have the ability to recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered as a sign of self-awarenessand spontaneously grasping
E.that dolphins are capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand of spontaneously grasping
Hi Puys
I am a newbie to this forum. While following through some older threads I realised that it is very difficult to confirm a solution to a paticular questions unless the original poster posts the correct answer to the question. By the time the correct answer is posted by the person who raised the question the thread has already had quite a few number of posts including some more questions posted midway.
I think it would be a good idea to mention the correct answer along with the question so that puys working on it can see if they solved it right. Obviously this will also require that the person does not accidently look at the answer even before starting to solve the problem.
I thought of 2 possible solutions to it.
- Mention the correct anser in the post itself and make it of the same color as the background of the forum which is dark grey. The person who wants to see the answer can highlight the part and the answer should be visible. For eg: The answer is A . I have used the second last color in the last column from the color pallette. If you highlight the sentence 'The answer is' by selecting it using the mouse you can see the correct answer.
- The answer can be given in form a puzzle so that it is not immidiately apparent. For example if the answer is 2 you can say 'divide twenty one by seven and subtract one from result'.
Hi All,
try it and pease do mention your reasoning.
Some scientists contend that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like a warm-blooded mammals than a cold-blooded reptiles.
A. that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like
B. that the metabolism of many dinosaur species were more like
C. that the metabolisms of many species of dinosaurs were more like those of
D. there were many species of dinosaurs that had metabolisms more like those of
E. there were many dinosaur species that had a metabolism more like that of
Hi,
Confusions !!!
set6)
Q1
The themes that Rita Dove explores in her poetry is universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally she deals with racial issues.
A. is universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally she deals
B. is universal, encompassing much of the human condition, also occasionally it deals
C. are universal, they encompass much of the human condition and occasionally deals
D. are universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally dealing
E. are universal, they encompass much of the human condition, also occasionally are dealing
Q8:
Many financial experts believe that policy makers at the Federal Reserve, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are almost certain to leave interest rates unchanged for the foreseeable future.
A. Reserve, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are
B. Reserve, now viewing the economy to be balanced between that of moderate growth and low inflation and are
C. Reserve who, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are
D. Reserve, who now view the economy to be balanced between that of moderate growth and low inflation, will be
E. Reserve, which now views the economy to be balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, is
22)
Charles Lindbergh, for his attempt at a solo transatlantic flight, was very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he therefore refused to carry even a pound of mail, despite being offered $1,000 to do so.
A. Charles Lindbergh, for his attempt at a solo transatlantic flight, was very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he therefore
B. When Charles Lindbergh was attempting his solo transatlantic flight, being very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he
C. Since he was very reluctant to carry any extra weight on his plane when he was attempting his solo transatlantic flight, so Charles Lindbergh
D. Being very reluctant to carry any extra weight on his plane when he attempted his solo transatlantic flight was the reason that Charles Lindbergh
E. Very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane when he attempted his solo transatlantic flight, Charles Lindbergh
27)
The results of two recent unrelated studies support the idea that dolphins may share certain cognitive abilities with humans and great apes; the studies indicate dolphins as capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously the mood or intention of humans.
A. dolphins as capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously
B. dolphins?ability to recognize themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered as a sign of self-awarenessand of spontaneously grasping
C. dolphins to be capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously
D. that dolphins have the ability to recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered as a sign of self-awarenessand spontaneously grasping
E. that dolphins are capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand of spontaneously grasping
Q1) D Q
D 22) E 27) E - Please post the OAs
Hi All,
try it and pease do mention your reasoning.
Some scientists contend that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like a warm-blooded mammals than a cold-blooded reptiles.
A. that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like
B. that the metabolism of many dinosaur species were more like
C. that the metabolisms of many species of dinosaurs were more like those of
D. there were many species of dinosaurs that had metabolisms more like those of
E. there were many dinosaur species that had a metabolism more like that of
Some scientists contend that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like a warm-blooded mammal's than a cold-blooded reptile's.
A.that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like
B.that the metabolism of many dinosaur species were more like
C.that the metabolisms of many species of dinosaurs were more like those of
D.there were many species of dinosaurs that had metabolisms more like those of
E.there were many dinosaur species that had a metabolism more like that of
Well, its really tough and I am stuck in a dilemma between A and E.
C and D can be eliminated because of the possessive redundancy "those of a warm blooded mammal's". One can say "those of a warm blooded mammal".
B can be eliminated because the plural verb "were" is not suitable for singular subject "metabolism".
So left with A and D. A seems correct because of the idiom "contend that" but the phrase "more like that of" in E seems more appropriate.
Finally i choose A.
Please post the OA for this.
Hi Sid,
My answers in BLue. with explanation.
set6)
Q1
The themes that Rita Dove explores in her poetry is universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally she deals with racial issues.
A.is universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally she deals
B.is universal, encompassing much of the human condition, also occasionally it deals
C.are universal, they encompass much of the human condition and occasionally deals
D.are universal, encompassing much of the human condition while occasionally dealing
E.are universal, they encompass much of the human condition, also occasionally are dealing
A,B-- Incorrect--subject verb agreement-...themes(plural)..is (singular)..
C-- Incorrect-- subject verb agreement- ...they(plural)...deals(singular)..
E-- wordy;lacking parallelsim
Q8:
Many financial experts believe that policy makers at the Federal Reserve, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are almost certain to leave interest rates unchanged for the foreseeable future.
A. Reserve, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are
B. Reserve, now viewing the economy to be balanced between that of moderate growth and low inflation and are
C. Reserve who, now viewing the economy as balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, are
D. Reserve, who now view the economy to be balanced between that of moderate growth and low inflation, will be
E. Reserve, which now views the economy to be balanced between moderate growth and low inflation, is
We need a relative pronoun to modify policy makers so that eliminated A,B and E. and we are talking about future over here so will be is reqd and not are.
22)
Charles Lindbergh, for his attempt at a solo transatlantic flight, was very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he therefore refused to carry even a pound of mail, despite being offered $1,000 to do so.
A.Charles Lindbergh, for his attempt at a solo transatlantic flight, was very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he therefore
B.When Charles Lindbergh was attempting his solo transatlantic flight, being very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane, he
C.Since he was very reluctant to carry any extra weight on his plane when he was attempting his solo transatlantic flight, so Charles Lindbergh
D.Being very reluctant to carry any extra weight on his plane when he attempted his solo transatlantic flight was the reason that Charles Lindbergh
E.Very reluctant to have any extra weight on his plane when he attempted his solo transatlantic flight, Charles Lindbergh
E is only which modifies clearly unamibguously.
27)
The results of two recent unrelated studies support the idea that dolphins may share certain cognitive abilities with humans and great apes; the studies indicate dolphins as capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously the mood or intention of humans.
A.dolphins as capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously
B.dolphins?ability to recognize themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered as a sign of self-awarenessand of spontaneously grasping
C.dolphins to be capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand to grasp spontaneously
D.that dolphins have the ability to recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered as a sign of self-awarenessand spontaneously grasping
E.that dolphins are capable of recognizing themselves in mirrorsan ability that is often considered a sign of self-awarenessand of spontaneously grasping
First thing- the right idiom is- indicate that.
that eliminates A,B and C.
and Dolphins are capable of two things- a)recognizing themselves and b)spontaneously grasping- which is given clearly by option E and not D.
Regards,
Neha
Hi All,
try it and pease do mention your reasoning.
Some scientists contend that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like a warm-blooded mammals than a cold-blooded reptiles.
A.that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like
B.that the metabolism of many dinosaur species were more like
C.that the metabolisms of many species of dinosaurs were more like those of
D.there were many species of dinosaurs that had metabolisms more like those of
E.there were many dinosaur species that had a metabolism more like that of
the right idiom- Contend that.
this eliminates D and E.
now C says- those of mammal's-- incorrect.
B violates the comparison.
A is right.
Regards,
Neha
I concur (D,D,E,E)...almost similar reasoning as that given by Neha. What are the original answers?
Hi Sid,
My answers in BLue. with explanation.
A,B-- Incorrect--subject verb agreement-...themes(plural)..is (singular)..
C-- Incorrect-- subject verb agreement- ...they(plural)...deals(singular)..
E-- wordy;lacking parallelsim
We need a relative pronoun to modify policy makers so that eliminated A,B and E. and we are talking about future over here so will be is reqd and not are.
E is only which modifies clearly unamibguously.
First thing- the right idiom is- indicate that.
that eliminates A,B and C.
and Dolphins are capable of two things- a)recognizing themselves and b)spontaneously grasping- which is given clearly by option E and not D.
Regards,
Neha
I concur with Neha (D, D, E, E)...almost similar reasoning.
@Sish-in: What are the original answers?
the right idiom- Contend that.
this eliminates D and E.
now C says- those of mammal's-- incorrect.
B violates the comparison.
A is right.
Regards,
Neha
I think answer shud be C.
Idiom "Contend that" eliminates D & E.
Both A & B compare "metabolism" with "mammals/reptiles"....Comparison of unsimilar things.
C seems to be correct.
Originally Posted by Sish-in View Post
Hi All,
try it and pease do mention your reasoning.
Some scientists contend that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like a warm-blooded mammal's than a cold-blooded reptile's.
A.that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like
B.that the metabolism of many dinosaur species were more like
C.that the metabolisms of many species of dinosaurs were more like those of
D.there were many species of dinosaurs that had metabolisms more like those of
E.there were many dinosaur species that had a metabolism more like that of
I think answer shud be C.
Idiom "Contend that" eliminates D & E.
Both A & B compare "metabolism" with "mammals/reptiles"....Comparison of unsimilar things.
C seems to be correct.
C is incorrect as "metabolisms of" cannot go with "many species" and secondly "those of" is incorrect.
So I think answer is A
Hi,
someone pls explain the below one:
1) Although the government's expenditures on law suits involving tobacco companies amounts to a sum dramatically lower than that spent by tobacco companies, many believe that the government should allocate no more funds to a battle they perceive as pointless.
a) expenditures on law suits involving tobacco companies amounts to a sum dramatically lower than
b) expenditures on law suits involving tobacco companies amount to a sum dramatically less than
c) expenditures on law suits involving tobacco companies amount to a sum dramatically lower than
d) law suit expenditures regarding tobacco companies amount to a dramatically lower sum than
e) law suit expenditures against tobacco companies amounts to a sum dramatically lower than
The dilemma is between B and C. I thought "sum" is uncountable just like "amount" or "money" and hence preferred "less than" rather than "lower than". Pls correct me if wrong.
Originally Posted by Sish-in View Post
Hi All,
try it and pease do mention your reasoning.
Some scientists contend that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like a warm-blooded mammal's than a cold-blooded reptile's.
A.that many species of dinosaur had a metabolism more like
B.that the metabolism of many dinosaur species were more like
C.that the metabolisms of many species of dinosaurs were more like those of
D.there were many species of dinosaurs that had metabolisms more like those of
E.there were many dinosaur species that had a metabolism more like that of
C is incorrect as "metabolisms of" cannot go with "many species" and secondly "those of" is incorrect.
So I think answer is A
I agree with what you say for C; but in A, two "non-similar" objects are compared - metabolism and mammals/species. Not very sure how this is acceptable.
2011MBAGrad SaysI agree with what you say for C; but in A, two "non-similar" objects are compared - metabolism and mammals/species. Not very sure how this is acceptable.
option A could be read as warm-blooded mammal's **metabolism** than a cold-blooded reptile's **metabolism** . Usage of metabolism is implied after possessive noun. By the way, what is correct answer.
Hi,
someone pls explain the below one:
1) Although the government's expenditures on law suits involving tobacco companies amounts to a sum dramatically lower than that spent by tobacco companies, many believe that the government should allocate no more funds to a battle they perceive as pointless.
a) expenditure on law suits involving tobacco companies amounts to a sum dramatically lower than
b) expenditures on law suits involving tobacco companies amount to a sum dramatically less than
c) expenditure on law suits involving tobacco companies amount to a sum dramatically lower than
d) law suit expenditures regarding tobacco companies amount to a dramatically lower sum than
e) law suit expenditures against tobacco companies amounts to a sum dramatically lower than
The dilemma is between B and C. I thought "sum" is uncountable just like "amount" or "money" and hence preferred "less than" rather than "lower than". Pls correct me if wrong.
My take is "B".
D & E: Wrong because of "goverment's law suit expenditures".
C: wrong because of subject-verb aggreement (expenditure & amount)
B/w A & B, I'll go with B because of the use of "less".