SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 10

SSC CGL - 13 Aug 2021 - Shift 2 • English • Q10

Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. In case no improvement is needed select ‘No improvement required’.
Fierce competition against restaurants has driven up the prices.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. among.

Let's understand the meaning behind given options:

  • Among is used when talking about people or things that are not distinct and are viewed as a group.
  • Through can be used as a preposition, an adverb, and an adjective. It has several meanings, including “from one side to the other,” “from beginning to end,” and “during an entire period”.
  • Along can be used as a preposition and an adverb. When used as a preposition, it is followed by a noun. When used as an adverb, it is not followed by a noun. 

Among will the correct usage.

Hence, option 1 is correct.