Question : Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select 'No improvement required'.
The news about the surge in Covid-19 cases is broadcasted every morning.
Option 1: are broadcast
Option 2: is broadcast
Option 3: are broadcasted
Option 4: No improvement required
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Correct Answer: is broadcast
Solution : The correct option is the second option: is broadcast.
Explanation: In this context, "The news" is a singular noun, and when used as a subject, it requires a singular verb and broadcasted is not the preferred past participle for broadcast in standard English as the correct form is broadcast. Since it is a passive construction the past participle form of the verb should be used .
So, the correct sentence would be: The news about the surge in COVID-19 cases is broadcast every morning.
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