Which of the following phrases given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold letters to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option among the five given alternatives that reflect the correct use of phrase in the context of the grammatically correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it is, mark “No improvement required” as the answer.

Although the government claims the unemployment rate is decreasing, there is still a paucity of jobs available.

Correct option is E

The correct answer is: (e) No improvement required
· The original sentence is grammatically correct and makes logical sense. "Is decreasing" properly agrees with the subject "rate," and "there is still a paucity of jobs available" is correct in meaning and structure.