Select the correctly spelt word to fill in the blank.
We ___________________ to follow the traffic rules.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. ought.
Context: The sentence emphasizes a moral or legal obligation to follow traffic rules. The word must correctly convey this sense.
Meaning of the words:
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Ought – means should or be morally obliged to, correct here.
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Aught – means nothing or zero, incorrect.
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Aut – not a valid English word in this context.
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Oght – incorrect spelling of “ought.”
Correct word: Ought, because it properly expresses duty or obligation.
Final Sentence: We ought to follow the traffic rules.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.