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Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

Don't disturb the boy, he prepares for his examination.

Option 1: prepared

Option 2: is preparing

Option 3: was preparing

Option 4: will be preparing


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Correct Answer: is preparing


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

In our given sentence, there is the simple present tense ("studies") to convey a habitual action or a general truth. It indicates that the boy regularly prepares for his examination.

Here, "is studying" is in the present progressive tense. It indicates an action that is happening right now and is still ongoing.

The use of the present progressive tense "is studying" suggests that the boy is actively engaged in studying at this moment for the specific purpose of preparing for his examination.

Therefore, "Don't disturb the boy; he is preparing for his examination."

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