Question : Directions: In this 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.
Lemons are sold ___ the dozen in the market.
Option 1: in
Option 2: at
Option 3: for
Option 4: by
Correct Answer: by
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Explanation : By is the correct preposition to be used here, as it refers to the dozen. This makes the sentence grammatically accurate, as "by the dozen" means to sell in quantities of twelve, which is the intended meaning of the sentence.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: "Lemons are sold by the dozen in the market."
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