SSC MTS 2023 PYQ — Question 50

SSC MTS - 04 May 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q50

Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose‘ No error’.

To treat nightmare disorder there is a number of medications and therapies.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. there is a number.

  • 'there is a number' is suitable option.
  • Because "a number of" suggests several elements, the topic "a number of medications and therapies" is plural.
  • As a result, "are" should be the proper verb in place of "is."
  • Compared to other options.
    • Of medication and therapies: The phrase is grammatically valid up to this point. It provides accurate information on medications and therapies.
    • No error: - There is an error in the sentence. The statement "there is a number" should read "there are a number."
    • To treat nightmare disorder:  Additionally, this portion of the statement is grammatically correct. It is error-free and provides the sentence's context.