Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The book consists _______ ten chapters
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Consist of: This phrasal verb is used to describe the things or people that something is made of or includes. In this context, it indicates the parts (chapters) that make up the whole (book).
Consist in: While "consist in" is a valid phrase, it means "to have something as a main quality or basis" (e.g., "True happiness consists in helping others"). It is not used for physical components or parts of a whole.
The most appropriate option to fill in the blank is of.
The completed sentence is: "The book consists of ten chapters."