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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).

There are so many claims on the reader's attention that it is no wonder he is left with a little power of discernment.

(1) the little

(2) less

(3) little

(4) No Improvement

Option 1: (1)

Option 2: (2)

Option 3: (3)

Option 4: (4)


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Correct Answer: (3)


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

The word little is used correctly to indicate a small amount of something.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • A little is unnecessary, as the word "little" is already definite.
  • Less is the comparative form of "little," and it is used to compare two quantities.

Therefore, the correct sentence is: There are so many claims on the reader's attention that it is no wonder he is left with little power of discernment.

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