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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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