Question

    Choose the correct answer to fill the given blank

    The car, as well as the driver, _____ damaged in the accident.
    A is Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B are Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C were Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D have been Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In this sentence, the subject is singular 'car', and the phrase 'as well as the driver' is a non-restrictive clause that doesn't affect the subject-verb agreement. Therefore, the correct verb to use is 'is'. Therefore, option a) is the correct answer.

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