Combine the set of sentences into one simple sentence.

I realized I was late. I took a cab.

Correct option is C

The correct option to combine the sentences into a simple sentence is (c) Realizing I was late, I took a cab.

• The given sentences ("I realized I was late" + "I took a cab") consist of two independent clauses.
• To convert them into a simple sentence, we use a present participle phrase (Realizing I was late).
• "Realizing" is the present participle form of "realize," which helps combine the sentences without changing their meaning.

Grammatical Rule Used:

• A simple sentence contains only one main clause and does not use coordinating conjunctions like "and" or "but" to connect independent clauses.
• A present participle phrase (verb + "-ing") can be used to replace an independent clause when both clauses refer to the same subject.

हिंदी में व्याकरण संबंधी नियम:

• दो स्वतंत्र वाक्यों को जोड़ने के लिए, मुख्य क्रिया का "ing" रूप (Present Participle) प्रयोग किया जाता है।
• यह एक साधारण वाक्य (Simple Sentence) बनाता है जिसमें एक ही मुख्य खंड होता है।

Meanings of other options:

• (a) I realized I was late that is why I took a cab (गलत) – This is a compound sentence due to "that is why."
• (b) I had to take a cab as I was late (गलत) – This is a complex sentence due to "as."
• (d) Being late I was compelled to take a cab (गलत) – "Being late" changes the emphasis of the sentence.