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    The following sentence has been divided into parts. Identify the part that contains the grammatical error. "Most of us have a (1)/ desire to creat
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    The following sentence has been divided into parts. Identify the part that contains the grammatical error.
    "Most of us have a (1)/ desire to create wealth in the (2)/ shortest period in time. (3)/ No Error (4)"

    A.

    Most of us have a

    B.

    desire to create wealth in the

    C.

    shortest period in time.

    D.

    No Error

    Correct option is C


    The incorrect part is "shortest period in time."
    Detailed Grammar Explanation:
    · "Period" and "in time" convey the same idea.
    · The phrase "in time" is redundant and should be removed.
    Correction:
    · "Most of us have a desire to create wealth in the shortest period."
    Example
    · "The goal is to complete the project in the shortest period possible."

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