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Question : Directions: In the given question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four alternatives.

Sheila gained an advantage ____ me.

Option 1: from

Option 2: on

Option 3: over

Option 4: upon


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: over


Solution : The correct choice is the third option.

The preposition over is the correct choice in this sentence, as it helps to indicate that Sheila gained an advantage in a way that surpasses or exceeds the advantage held by the person being compared (in this case, the speaker).

  • From implies receiving something, but it doesn't convey the idea of gaining an advantage over someone.
  • On is used to indicate a physical location or topic of discussion, and it doesn't convey the intended meaning.
  • Upon is a less common preposition for expressing this kind of relationship or advantage and is not as suitable as "over" in this context.

Therefore, the correct sentence is: Sheila gained an advantage over me.

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