Verbal Ability - Spotting Errors - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Spotting Errors - Section 2 (Q.No. 15)
Directions to Solve
Read each sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any will be in one part of the sentence. The letter of that part is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is 'E'. (Ignore the errors of punctuation, if any).
15.
(solve as per the direction given above)
Answer: Option
Explanation:
is wasted on
Discussion:
7 comments Page 1 of 1.
Bapurolling said:
2 years ago
In this context, the preposition "on" is used to indicate the cause or reason for the waste of money. When we say "wasted on the duplication of work, " it implies that the money is being spent because of the duplication of work. It suggests a more direct association between the expenditure and the specific cause.
On the other hand, the preposition "in" is more commonly used when referring to a location or a general area. In the original sentence, "wasted in the duplication of work" could be interpreted as if the money is physically located within the process of duplication, which doesn't convey the intended meaning.
So, to express the relationship between the wasted money and the reason (duplication of work), it is more appropriate to use "on" in this context. The corrected sentence would be: "A lot of money is wasted on the duplication of work in every organization.".
On the other hand, the preposition "in" is more commonly used when referring to a location or a general area. In the original sentence, "wasted in the duplication of work" could be interpreted as if the money is physically located within the process of duplication, which doesn't convey the intended meaning.
So, to express the relationship between the wasted money and the reason (duplication of work), it is more appropriate to use "on" in this context. The corrected sentence would be: "A lot of money is wasted on the duplication of work in every organization.".
Shalu said:
3 years ago
What should be the correct answer and why? Please explain.
MRINMOY MANNA said:
7 years ago
"Waste on" is a group verb. It means to spend, thrift.
Tushar said:
7 years ago
Whether "is wasted " is correct? Please explain me.
Madhu sree said:
7 years ago
Why wasted on? Explain in detail.
Krish said:
1 decade ago
Why not has been wasted in?
Sravya Bhaskarla said:
1 decade ago
Can anyone explain the difference between "wasted in" and "wasted on"?
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