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    Question

    In  the question given  below, a sentence is given with a part of it printed in bold type. That part may contain a grammatical error. Each sentence is followed by phrases 1), 2), 3) and 4). Find out which phrase should replace the phrase given in bold to correct the error, if there is any, and to make the sentence grammatically meaningful and correct. 

    Diplomatic tensions have ensured that the two nations

    competing against each other only in global events.
    A have been ensured that the two nations competing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B have ensured that the two nations compete Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C has ensured that the two nations competing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D have ensuring that the two nations compete Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E no correction required Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The original phrase "have ensured that the two nations competing" contains a grammatical error because "competing" needs to be changed to "compete" to create a correct verb form that agrees with the subject "nations." Additionally, the verb "have ensured" indicates that the action is ongoing and aligns correctly with the plural subject "nations."

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