Fill in the blank with the correctly spelt word.

The total __________ of his expenditure exceeded his salary.

(A) some

(B) sume

(C) sum

(D) sam

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(1)   (A) only

(2)   (B) only

(3)   (D) only

(4)   (C) only

4

The correct spelling of the word to fill in the blank is Option 4 -  (C) ONLY -- sum.

The total sum of his expenditure exceeded his salary.

Note: Pl read the options carefully. The options in this question are arranged in a way that can lead to confusion. While the correct word is “sum”, students may naturally select Option (C) based on the word choice. However, the answer key is linked to the numbered options, where Option (4) corresponds to (C) only.