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Question : Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.

The founder of this institution ______a well-known academician.

Option 1: were

Option 2: are

Option 3: was

Option 4: have been


Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: was


Solution : The correct choice is the third option .

The past tense form of the verb "was" is the appropriate choice to match the singular subject (academician).

Therefore, the correct sentence is: "The founder of this institution was a well-known academician."

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