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Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the highlighted segment in the given sentence. Alternative animal feeds c̲a̲n̲ ̲b̲e̲ ̲s̲o
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Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the highlighted segment in the given sentence.
Alternative animal feeds c̲a̲n̲ ̲b̲e̲ ̲s̲o̲u̲r̲c̲e̲ ̲f̲r̲o̲m̲ byproducts, waste streams or novel crops; they are all designed to facilitate more sustainable agriculture.

A.

can sourced from

B.

can be sourced from

C.

can be sourced near

D.

can be sourced along

Correct option is B

The correct substitution of the highlighted words is (b) can be sourced from.
Explanation: The original phrase "can be source from" is grammatically incorrect. The correct passive form requires "sourced", the past participle of "source". The preposition "from" is accurate in indicating origin.
Grammatical Rule Used:
✔ Passive voice structure for modals: modal + be + past participle
Example: The food can be eaten cold.
�� Information Booster:
The verb “source” means to obtain materials or products. In passive constructions, follow:
can be sourced from (correct)
can source from (incorrect)
can be source from (incorrect)

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