SSC CGL 2017 PYQ — Question 145

SSC CGL Tier II English - 12/01/2017 • English • Q145

In the following question, a sentence / a part of sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.

The reason why the magazine sells so well is because it is written in a pleasant style.

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. that.

  1. "The reason" is not followed by "because".
  2. After the use of the word reason connective ‘that’ should be used.
  3. As the chosen option is "that" it will be correct.

The correct sentence will be-

The reason why the magazine sells so well is that it is written in a pleasant style.