Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.
The Prime Minister and a President are visiting the town day to see the preparations of International Seminar.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. a President are visiting.
The indefinite article “a” means any one of many.
Example: He is a president of a small company. (Here, there are many possible presidents.)
The definite article “the” is used when referring to a specific, unique person or position.
Example: The President of India is delivering a speech. (There is only one President of India at a time.)
In this sentence, we are talking about a specific Head of State who is visiting along with the Prime Minister. It cannot mean just “any president,” hence “the President” must be used.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.