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Question : Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative that will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "No Improvement". 

Would it be impolite (to be asked) why they are leaving?

(1) to ask 

(2) for asking 

(3) for being asked

(4) No Improvement

Option 1: (1)

Option 2: (2)

Option 3: (3)

Option 4: (4)


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: (1)


Solution : The sentence can be improved using the second option.

When constructing questions or inquiries, the more idiomatic and common structure involves using the infinitive "to ask" directly after the verb "to be." The infinitive "to ask" conveys the intended meaning of posing a question about why he is leaving. It is a polite and direct way to frame the inquiry.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • For asking: The use of "for asking" is not suitable in this context. The phrase "to ask" is more appropriate when framing a polite inquiry.

  • For being asked: The phrase "for being asked" introduces unnecessary complexity and does not align with the natural way of forming the question.

Therefore, the correct sentence is: "Would it be impolite to ask why they are leaving?"

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