Parts of the passage below are underlined. Choose the option which reproduces the underlined part making the passage clear, unambiguous, and grammatically correct
Our ego-self is an acquired self, and it is formed from a lifetime of socialization with and exposure to others. The ego-self derives energy through identification with the external world, such as opinions of other people, jobs, appearances or membership in certain groups. While the ego-self is an important part of our personality, and it helps us differentiate ourselves from others with helping us understand our qualities and talents, it is rarely satisfied with what we had
Solution
Option B makes the most grammatical sense and it is the correct answer.
Let's check other options.
Option A: The phrase “and it helps we differentiate ourselves” is grammatically incorrect. It should be “and it helps us differentiate ourselves.”
Option C: The phrase “with helping us understanding” is awkward and incorrect. It should be “by helping us understand.”
Option D: This option changes the focus from “us” to “others.” The original passage discusses how the ego-self helps us differentiate ourselves, not how it helps others understand us.
