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'.
Stringent penalties have a lower chance (1)/ of being imposed, as compared to fines that (2)/ are proportionate to the offend. (3)/ No error. (4)
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Are proportionate to the offend.
- An article takes a noun after it.
- 'Offend' is a verb while 'offence' is a noun.
- Hence, 'offend' should be replaced with 'offence'.
The correct sentence will be-
Stringent penalties have a lower chance of being imposed, as compared to fines that are proportionate to the offence.