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SSC CGL 2016 PYQ — Question 12

SSC CGL Tier II English - 1/12/2016 • English • Q12

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In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.

You better (A)/ consult a doctor(B)/ immediately.(C)/ No error(D)

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1, i.e. A.

  • The error is in part A of the sentence.
  • The phrase 'you better' is incorrect. The correct phrase is 'you had better' which means 'you ought to' or 'you should'. For example, 'She'd (She had) better hire a lawyer soon.'

The correct sentence will be, 'You had better consult a doctor immediately.'