In the given sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.
Scientist have recently announced that a more effective antidote for snakebite venom has been made.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option 1: Scientist have
The grammatical error in the sentence "Scientist have recently announced that a more effective antidote for snakebite venom has been made" is in the phrase "Scientist have".
- The word “Scientist” is singular, not plural.
- Therefore, it cannot take “have” (which is plural).
- The correct sentence would be:
“A scientist has recently announced…” or
“Scientists have recently announced…”