Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
He is an intelligent person who always thinks before he ______________.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. acts.
Context: The sentence is about a general habit or behavior, so the verb must be in the simple present tense.
Meaning of the words:
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acted – past tense, does not fit.
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acting – present participle, grammatically incorrect here.
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act – base form, incorrect without 'to'.
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acts – simple present tense, correct for habitual actions.
Correct word: Acts, because the subject 'he' requires the verb in singular present tense.
Final Sentence: He is an intelligent person who always thinks before he acts.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.