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    Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains a grammatical error. The scientists have concluded that
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    Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains a grammatical error.
    The scientists have concluded that their research shows a correlation between air pollution and the decline in bird populations, and they recommends immediate action to reduce emissions.

    A.

    and they recommends immediate action to reduce emissions

    B.

    The scientists have concluded that

    C.

    and the decline in bird populations

    D.

    their research shows a correlation between air pollution

    Correct option is A

    The error is in "and they recommends immediate action to reduce emissions."
    Explanation:
    · Subject-Verb Agreement Rule:
    · "They" (plural subject) should be followed by "recommend" (plural verb), not "recommends" (which is singular).
    · Correct sentence: The scientists have concluded that their research shows a correlation between air pollution and the decline in bird populations, and they recommend immediate action to reduce emissions.
    Incorrect Options:
    · (b) The scientists have concluded that (Correct structure.)
    · (c) and the decline in bird populations (Correct phrase.)
    · (d) their research shows a correlation between air pollution (No error.)
    Example:
    · She recommend a new policy. (Incorrect)
    · She recommends a new policy. (Correct)
    · They recommend a new policy. (Correct)

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