Q. Find the part of the sentence that contains an error.
(A) The jury
(B) was divided
(C) in their opinion
(D) regarding the verdict.
β
Correct Answer: (B)
B
Explanation: When a collective noun denotes the members acting individually, a plural verb is preferred. Therefore, 'was' should be 'were'.
Explanation by: Rati Dubey
When a collective noun denotes the members acting individually, a plural verb is preferred. Therefore, 'was' should be 'were'.