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    The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them contains an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options.
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    The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them contains an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options.
    The project was delayed/because of unforeseen issues;/consequency, we had/to adjust our timeline.

    A.

    because of unforeseen issues;

    B.

    to adjust our timeline

    C.

    consequency, we had

    D.

    The project was delayed

    Correct option is C


    The segment with the error is (c) consequency, we had.
    Correct word: Consequently
    Explanation: The word “consequency” is not a valid word in English. The correct word is “consequently”, which is an adverb meaning “as a result.”
    Correct sentence:
    The project was delayed because of unforeseen issues; consequently , we had to adjust our timeline.
    Grammatical Rule Used:
    Use of adverbs to connect two clauses logically (linking adverbs of result).
    Meanings of all other options:
    · because of unforeseen issues: Indicates the reason
    Hindi: अप्रत्याशित समस्याओं के कारण ✅
    · to adjust our timeline: Infinitive of purpose
    Hindi: समयसीमा को समायोजित करना ✅
    · The project was delayed: Passive voice
    Hindi: परियोजना में देरी हुई ✅

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