Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The seven ________ for accreditation were presented in a seminar organised by the university.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. criteria.
The sentence is:
'The seven ________ for accreditation were presented in a seminar organised by the university.'
Let’s understand the word usage:
'Criterion' is a singular noun meaning a standard or principle.
'Criteria' is the correct plural form of 'criterion.'
Since the sentence refers to 'seven' (a plural number), we need the plural form:
Why the other options are incorrect:
Criterions
- Incorrect plural — not accepted in standard English.
Criterias
- Double plural — grammatically incorrect.
Criterion
- Singular — does not agree with 'seven.'