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Question : Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3) which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case, no improvement is needed your answer is (4).

Owing to his respiratory problems the doctor has told him to refrain from smoking.

(1) to not refrain from

(2) to refrain to

(3) to refrain not from

(4) No Improvement

Option 1: (1)

Option 2: (2)

Option 3: (3)

Option 4: (4)


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Correct Answer: (4)


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option .

There is no improvement required in the sentence. The original sentence is grammatically correct and effectively conveys the intended meaning.

To refrain from is the appropriate way to express the doctor's advice for the person to avoid smoking due to respiratory problems.

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