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Incorrect usage of preposition

XAT 2022 · Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning · Medium · Grammar

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Which of the following sentences have INCORRECT usage of preposition?

  1. The manager was sitting at the desk.
  2. My work is superior to yours.
  3. I prefer coffee than tea.
  4. She was accused for stealing gold.
  5. This is an exception to the rule.
  6. They are leaving to England soon.
  1. A.

    1,2,3

  2. B.

    3,4,5

  3. C.

    3,4,6

  4. D.

    2,3,4

  5. E.

    1,3,6

Answer

C

Explanation

3: prefer coffee to tea (not than). 4: accused of stealing (not for). 6: leaving for England (not to).

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