Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Positive self-talk have a great affect on one’s self-worth.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. has a great effect
Error is related to / concept:
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Subject-verb agreement
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'Affect' vs 'Effect' (commonly confused words)
What is wrong:
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The verb 'have' is incorrect with the singular subject 'self-talk'.
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The noun 'affect' is incorrect; it should be 'effect' in this context.
Grammatical concept:
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'Self-talk' is a singular uncountable noun, so the verb should be 'has'.
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'Effect' is a noun meaning 'result or impact'; 'affect' is usually a verb.
Correct phrase: has a great effect
Final sentence: Positive self-talk has a great effect on one’s self-worth.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.