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GST 111 GST 111 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which of these sentences has a plural compound subject
Options
A The MD and Chief Executive Officer of the company was introduced
B Waiter is the rice and beans ready?
C Hot lemonade and honey is good for a cold.
D The man and his wife were present.
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In option D, 'The man and his wife' is a compound subject joined by 'and', which refers to two distinct people and takes a plural verb ('were'). The other options have singular compound subjects referring to the same thing or a single dish.

Hint

Look for a subject with two distinct parts joined by 'and' that requires a plural verb.

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