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Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error. Much of us lack the important virtue of patience.
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Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.
Much of us lack the important virtue of patience.

A.

important virtue

B.

lack the

C.

Much of us

D.

of patience

Correct option is C

Option (c) "Much of us" contains a grammatical error.

  • Explanation: The phrase "Much of us" is incorrect. It should be "Many of us" because "much" is used with uncountable nouns, while "many" is used with countable nouns like "us."

  • Correct Sentence: Many of us lack the important virtue of patience.

  • Grammatical Rule Used: "Many" is used with plural, countable nouns, and "much" is used with uncountable nouns.

  • Example: Many of us enjoy outdoor activities.

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