2023 · Q37
In this section, each of the following sentences has a blank space followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
________ his negligence the company suffered a heavy loss.
EnglishPrepositions and Determiners
- AIn accordance with
- BInstead of
- COn account of
- DIn front of
Explanation
The sentence attributes the company's loss to negligence, indicating cause. 'On account of' (C) means 'because of', correctly showing causation. 'In accordance with' (a) means 'in agreement with', 'instead of' (b) shows substitution, and 'in front of' (d) indicates location. The blank requires a phrase introducing the reason for the loss. Hence option C is correct. Cross-checked with Oswaal CDS Yearwise Solved Papers.