Correct option is A
Option (a) is correct — No error.
This sentence is a famous quote attributed to Abraham Lincoln and is grammatically correct. It uses proper subject-verb agreement, parallel structure, and correct punctuation.
Grammatical rule used:
- Use of parallel structure in coordinating clauses connected by “and” and “but.”
- Verb consistency in the present tense enhances clarity and rhythm.
Example:
You can mislead a few people once or twice, but you can’t deceive everyone all the time.