Instructions

Directions : In the following Questions, a sentence is given which/a part of which may need improvement. Alternatives are given at (A), (B) and (C) which may be a better option. In case no improvement is needed your answer is (D).

Question 172

He pleased the directors and his completed his report in good time.

Solution

The correct answer is option no.B

The sentence is in the simple past tense.It is used to show another completed past action It emphasises that the action is finished

Here the sentence is showing two events.So completion of report must have taken first and then directors would have got pleased.

He completed his project in good time (1st event),& this pleased the directors (2nd event).Since he completed his project in good time,his directors get pleased.


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