Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
We prefer tea _____ coffee.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
In English, the verb ‘prefer’ is followed by the preposition ‘to’ (not ‘than’) when comparing two nouns or gerunds (e.g., "I prefer walking to driving").
for: Used to express a purpose or recipient (e.g., "Tea is for drinking").
on: Used for surface or location (e.g., "The tea is on the table").
with: Used to show accompaniment (e.g., "Tea with milk").
The most appropriate option to fill in the blank is to.
The complete sentence should read: We prefer tea to coffee.