2025 · Q98
Directions: In the following questions a particular word is provided. Four sentences have been framed using the word (in different tense forms), only one of which makes use of the word correctly. Select the correct option and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
Effect
EnglishUsage of Paired Words
- AThe weather conditions began to effect his health.
- BClimate change will have long term effect on every aspect of planetary life.
- CThe people of the town were deeply effected by the new laws that were passed by the government.
- DAll creatures are effected by emotion.
Explanation
"Effect" as a noun means a result or influence, correctly used in sentence 2 ("long term effect on every aspect"). Sentences 1, 3 and 4 need the verb or noun "affect" ("affect his health", "affected by the new laws", "affected by emotion"). Only (B) uses "effect" correctly.