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    Question

    Find out the error according to the grammar and context

    of the given sentences. If there is no error, mark option 5 as the answer, i.e. No error. (Ignore the punctuation errors, if any.) The rising fuel prices, along with the global economic slowdown, have taken a toll on consumer sentiment and created a situation where no business owner can afford staying idle.  the digital landscape risks losing their competitive advantage and ultimately becoming obsolete.
    A The rising fuel prices Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B along with the global economic slowdown Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C have taken a toll on consumer sentiment Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D where no business owner can afford staying idle Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E No error Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The idiomatic expression "afford staying idle" is incorrect. The correct phrasing is "afford to stay idle."

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