Select the most appropriate option to improve the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to improve it, select ‘No improvement’.
This stain can be remove by lime juice.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. removed with.
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In the given sentence, the use of the form of the verb 'remove' and the preposition 'by' are incorrect.
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The given sentence is showing a general possibility, therefore, the past participle form of the verb 'removed' should be used here.
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Also, the preposition 'by' is used for indicating the means of achieving something.
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The preposition 'with' should be used in place of 'by' as it is used for indicating the material used for a purpose.
The correct sentence will be:- This stain can be removed with lime juice.
Hence, the correct answer is Option 1 i.e. removed with.