Preposition Correction - Between and And
CMAT 2021 · Language Comprehension · Easy · Language Comprehension
Replace the underlined portion with the answer choice that results in a sentence that is clear and precise. The train is <u>expected to arrive between 11 pm to 12 pm</u>.
- A.
The train is expecting to between by 11 pm to 12 pm.
- B.
The train is expected to arrive between 11 pm and 12 pm.
- C.
The train is expected to arrive between 11 pm or 12 pm.
- D.
The train is expected for arrival between 11 pm to 12 pm.
Answer
B
Explanation
The preposition 'between' is idiomatically paired with 'and', not 'to'. Therefore, the correct phrasing is 'between 11 pm and 12 pm'.
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