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    Question

    Given below are sentences with an error in each. The

    error is in one part of the sentence. Below each sentence are given the options containing the parts of the sentences. Choose the option which contains the error. Sarah's dedication to her studies has earned her the reputation being one of the most diligent students in the class.
    A Sarah's dedication to her studies Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B has earned her the reputation being Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C one of the most diligent Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D students in the class. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E No error Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "earned her the reputation being" → "earned her the reputation of being": The correct phrase is "earned her the reputation of being," which indicates possession of a particular reputation.

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