Select the option that rectifies the spelling error in the given sentence.
The sun dipped below the horrizon, casting a warm, golden glow across the tranquil lake.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. horizon.
Error concept: Incorrect spelling of a common noun.
What is wrong: The word “horrizon” is incorrectly spelled with an extra “r”. The intended word refers to the line at which the earth's surface and the sky appear to meet.
Grammatical concept: Proper spelling of nouns is essential in standard written English, especially for commonly used words. Incorrect spelling can confuse the reader and reduce the clarity of the sentence.
Incorrectness of the concept in context: Using “horrizon” is not recognized in English dictionaries, and it is an obvious typographical or spelling error. The sentence loses professional accuracy if not corrected.
How to correct: Replace the misspelt word with the correct form.
Correct phrase/correction: horizon
Final sentence: The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm, golden glow across the tranquil lake.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.