Question 9

Which of the following is the correct form of expression for the underlined part of the
sentence below?

Patna is not only the capital of Bihar, but it is also one of the oldest cities in the world and the largest city in the state.

Solution

Whenever we use "the" we use the superlative form of the adjective(oldest), hence C, D, E is incorrect. "Nevertheless" in the second option is erroneous. Option A is the correct answer.


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