In the question below, a paragraph is split into several parts. Examine each part for grammatical accuracy and select the option that correctly identifies which parts are grammatically correct or incorrect.


(A) Although scrolling late at night reduces attention spans, it also disrupts sleep cycles. By share personal details carelessly, (B) users risk exposing themselves to scams. Constantly comparing oneself with influencers (C) often leads to envy and poor body image. People spend hours watching short videos, (D) so they neglect to study and exercising. Because many posts are exaggerated, (E) fact-checking before sharing is essential.

Correct option is E

Explanation & Corrections
· (A) — Incorrect (gerund after preposition & fragment)
· Error: By share personal details carelessly,
· Rule: After a preposition ( by), use a gerund (-ing).
· Fix: “ By sharing personal details carelessly,”
· (Given your labeling, this phrase is part of A and leads into B; with sharing , A+B together form a correct sentence.)
· (B) — Correct
· “ users risk exposing themselves to scams.” — structure and gerund object are fine.
· (C) — Correct
· Gerund phrase as subject (“ Constantly comparing…”) + singular verb ( leads) is correct; complements are parallel.
· (D) — Incorrect (parallelism)
· Error: neglect to study and exercising (mixed forms).
· Fix (either): “neglect to study and to exercise” or “neglect studying and exercising.”
· (E) — Correct
· Single subordinator: “ Because many posts are exaggerated, fact-checking … is essential.”
Corrected paragraph (A & D fixed):
(A) Although scrolling late at night reduces attention spans, it also disrupts sleep cycles. By sharing personal details carelessly, (B) users risk exposing themselves to scams. (C) Constantly comparing oneself with influencers often leads to envy and poor body image. (D) People spend hours watching short videos, so they neglect to study and to exercise. (E) Because many posts are exaggerated, fact-checking before sharing is essential.