Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error from the given options.
The government’s proposal has been set alarm bells ringing for people with low incomes.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. has been set alarm bells.
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Concept/Grammar rules |
Application |
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Use of ‘Has been’: it is used in passive voice form of ‘Present perfect tense’.
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Given sentence is in Active form not in passive form. Hence, use of ‘Has been’ is not correct here. Correct sentence will be: The government’s proposal has set alarm bells ringing for people with low incomes. |