Q1. [1]
Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the part of the disclaimer given in a textbook: The authors of the book ______ all reasonable care to ensure that the contents of the book do not violate any copyright or other intellectual property rights of any person in any manner.
- (A) has been taking
- (B) have taken
- (C) has taken
- (D) have been took
Previously asked in CBSE board exam
2024 2/2/1 Q3 (x)
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Model Answer
The correct option is (B) have taken.
"The authors of the book have taken all reasonable care to ensure that the contents do not violate any copyright or other intellectual property rights."
Explanation
- Subject-verb agreement: "Authors" is plural, so "have" (not "has") is correct — eliminates (A) and (C).
- Tense: The simple present perfect "have taken" is used for a completed action with present relevance (standard disclaimer language) — eliminates (D) "have been took" (grammatically incorrect past participle).
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