Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3) that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
The train is running late time.
(1) after
(2) behind
(3) off
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (2)
Solution : The correct answer is the second option : behind
It is the correct choice because it conveys the idea that the train is running late as per the scheduled or expected time. "Behind time" is a common expression used to indicate that something is delayed.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
After : "After time" does not convey the intended meaning, which is that the train is running later than expected.
Off : It does not convey the same sense as "late time" and is not appropriate in this context.
Therefore, the correct sentence should be, "The train is running behind time."
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