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In the following sentence, the highlighted part contains an error. Alternatives to the highlighted part are given as options. Select the correct alter
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In the following sentence, the highlighted part contains an error. Alternatives to the highlighted part are given as options. Select the correct alternative.
Wolfia is the tiny plant in the world.

A.

tinier

B.

more tiny

C.

most tiny

D.

tiniest

Correct option is D

Option (d) tiniest is the correct answer.
Explanation: The word "tiny" is an adjective, and when referring to the smallest among all, the correct superlative form "tiniest" must be used instead of "tiny." The given sentence refers to the smallest plant in the world, so "tiniest" is the correct choice.
Grammatical rule used: When comparing more than two things, the superlative form (-est) of an adjective should be used.
Example: Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world.

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