Which of the following is a complex sentence?

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Which of the following is a complex sentence?

  1. A.

    She lives in a locality of her liking.

  2. B.

    Ravi did not like that bearded man.

  3. C.

    He reads what he likes.

  4. D.

    Ramesh is a man of robust body.

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Correct answer: C

The complex sentence is Option C: "He reads what he likes."

Understanding Complex Sentences

A complex sentence is composed of one independent clause (which can stand alone as a sentence) and at least one dependent (subordinate) clause (which cannot stand alone).

  • Independent clause: "He reads"

  • Dependent clause: "what he likes"

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