Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution required'.
In spite of being seriously handicapped, Stephen Hawking is one of most eminent modern scientists.
Option 1: is one of the most
Option 2: was one among most
Option 3: been one of the
Option 4: No substitution required
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Correct Answer: is one of the most
Solution : The first option is the correct choice.
The use of the before most in the phrase one of the most is required when making superlative comparisons. In this case, the most eminent is a superlative form that emphasises the highest level of eminence among modern scientists.
Therefore, the correct sentence should be: "In spite of being seriously handicapped, Stephen Hawking is one of the most eminent modern scientists."
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