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    Question

    In the following question, sentences are given with a part in bold. The given phrase in bold may or may not contain an error. The options following can replace the incorrect phrase. The correct phrase that is to be replaced will be your answer. If the sentences are correct, then select ‘No improvement required’ as your answer .

    Despite of the fact that we are related, he refused to help us.

    A despite of the factor Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B despite the facts Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C despite the fact Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D despite of the facts Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E no improvement required Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    despite the fact" provides the correct preposition usage and maintains the correct word order. Therefore, option c is the correct replacement in this case.

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