Question

Re-arrange the following phrases in the right sequence to form a meaningful sentence.
(A) for seven hours but was hardly
(B) because of the absence of any motivation
(C) able to decide who the murderer was
(D) she worked on the case.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

• A. (A), (C), (D), (B)
• B. (D), (A), (C), (B)
• C. (D), (C), (B), (A)
• D. (A), (B), (C), (D)

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

To construct a logical sentence from the given phrases, adhere to the following procedure:

1. Establish the sentence's foundation by identifying the subject and principal verb. The phrase "(D) she worked on the case" serves as the most appropriate starting point.
2. Select the phrase that logically follows. For "she worked on the case," the phrase "(A) for seven hours but was hardly" logically extends it by indicating duration and an initial outcome.
3. Next, choose the phrase that elaborates on the consequence or result of her efforts. "(C) able to decide who the murderer was" articulates the outcome of her investigation.
4. Finally, identify any explanations or justifications, or the lack thereof, for her actions. "(B) because of the absence of any motivation" clarifies why a decision could not be reached.

Assembling these components yields the correct sequence:

(D) she worked on the case. (A) for seven hours but was hardly (C) able to decide who the murderer was (B) because of the absence of any motivation.