A sentence has been given with a blank to be filled with an appropriate…

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A sentence has been given with a blank to be filled with an appropriate word/words. Choose the correct alternative.

______ people face many issues with the advancement of technology.

  1. A.

    Oldest

  2. B.

    an old

  3. C.

    Older

  4. D.

    Old

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Correct answer: C

Completed sentence: Older people face many issues with the advancement of technology.

Explanation: "Older" is an adjective used before the plural noun "people" to describe a group of people who are relatively advanced in age. It does not need an article in this position and fits the sentence naturally.

  • "Oldest": This is a superlative and usually requires a definite article or specific context (for example, "the oldest people"). It does not fit the blank as written.

  • "an old": This phrase is singular and needs a singular noun (for example, "an old person"). It cannot directly modify the plural noun "people."

  • "Older": Correct choice. Used attributively before "people" to indicate a group of relatively advanced age without needing an article.

  • "Old": Grammatically possible as in "Old people...", but it is more absolute. Given the options and the typical phrasing to refer to a group by relative age, "Older" is the preferred choice.

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