Grammatical Expression for Patna Description
XAT 2014 · Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning · Easy · Grammar
Which of the following is the correct form of expression for the underlined part of the sentence below?
Patna is not only the capital of Bihar, but it is also one of the oldest cities in the world and the largest city in the state.
- A.
capital of Bihar, but it is also one of the oldest
- B.
capital of Bihar, nevertheless also one of the oldest
- C.
Bihar's capital city, and it is also one of the older
- D.
Bihar's capital city, but it is also one of the older
- E.
capital of Bihar, but it is also one of the older.
A
Explanation
When using superlative comparisons ('one of the oldest'), 'oldest' is required rather than 'older'. Option A correctly maintains parallel structure with 'not only ... but it is also ...'.
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