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Select the correctly spelt option that can substitute the underlined word in the given sentence.

Patrrol is very costly these days.  

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SSC CGL 2023 (Tier-II) Paper 1 Previous Year Paper (26-Oct-2023) (Shift-1)
The correct answer is

Petrol

Understanding Spelling Correction in English

The question asks us to find the correctly spelled word that can replace the underlined word "Patrrol" in the sentence: "Patrrol is very costly these days."

We need to identify the word that represents the fuel commonly used in vehicles and is spelled correctly among the given options.

Analyzing the Options for Correct Spelling

Let's look at the provided options and determine which one is the standard, correct spelling for the fuel.

  1. Petrole
  2. Petrul
  3. Patrole
  4. Petrol

The word "Patrrol" is a misspelling of the word referring to the fuel. We need to choose the option that shows the standard spelling.

Identifying the Correct Spelling of the Fuel

The standard and widely accepted spelling of the liquid fuel derived from petroleum, used to power internal combustion engines, is "Petrol".

  • Petrole: This is not the standard English spelling.
  • Petrul: This is also not the standard English spelling.
  • Patrole: This word exists, but it means patrolling or a patrol force, not the fuel.
  • Petrol: This is the correct spelling for the fuel.

Therefore, the correctly spelled word that fits the context of the sentence about being costly is "Petrol".

Applying the Correct Word

Replacing the misspelled word "Patrrol" with the correct spelling "Petrol", the sentence becomes:

Petrol is very costly these days.

This sentence is grammatically correct and makes sense.

Revision Table: Common Spelling Errors

Common Misspelling Correct Spelling Notes
recieve receive 'i' before 'e' except after 'c' rule (with exceptions)
acommodate accommodate Often missed double letters
definately definitely Confusion with '-ate' ending
independant independent Confusion with '-ant'/'-ent' ending

Additional Information: Importance of Correct Spelling

Correct spelling is crucial in written communication for several reasons:

  • Clarity: Misspellings can sometimes change the meaning of a word or make a sentence confusing.
  • Credibility: Using correct spelling helps to convey professionalism and attention to detail.
  • Understanding: Especially with similar-sounding words, correct spelling ensures the reader understands exactly which word is intended.
  • Standardization: Standard spelling allows everyone using the language to understand each other's writing easily.

Practicing spelling and checking words when unsure are good ways to improve writing skills.

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