Select the most appropriate option to improve the bold part of the sentence.
The doctor advised that he takes rest.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct option to improve the sentence is take rest.
Analysis of Options:
take rest: This is the correct choice because the sentence uses the subjunctive mood. After verbs like "advised," "suggested," or "demanded" followed by "that," the base form of the verb (the infinitive without "to") is used, regardless of the subject's person or number.
must takes rest: Incorrect. Modal verbs like "must" are always followed by the base form of the verb (take), never the third-person singular (takes).
take the rest: Incorrect. In this context, "rest" is an uncountable noun referring to relaxation/recovery. Adding the definite article "the" changes the meaning to "the remainder of something."
should takes rest: Incorrect. Similar to "must," the modal verb "should" must be followed by the base form "take," not "takes."
Correct Sentence:
"The doctor advised that he take rest."