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Question : Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.

He has shattered his neighbour's window by purpose.

Option 1: neighbour's window

Option 2: He has

Option 3: shattered his

Option 4: by purpose


Team Careers360 19th Jan, 2024
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Correct Answer: by purpose


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option .

The correct preposition to use before purpose in this context is on . The correct phrase to express intent or deliberate action is on purpose . It indicates that the action was done intentionally.

Therefore, the correct sentence is: He has shattered his neighbour's window on purpose.

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