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English · Q713

Preposition

Competitive Exams · English · question 713

Q713

I could not find the solution . . . . . . . . the problem.

A.
about
B.
in
C.
to
Answer
D.
of

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The correct answer is C: to

Let's break down why:

We're looking for the preposition that correctly connects "solution" with "the problem."

The phrase "solution to something" is a very common and correct usage in English.
It means the answer or way out to a problem or situation.

Let's look at why the other options don't work as well:

A: about - "Solution about the problem" doesn't sound natural. While "about" can indicate the topic, it's not the correct preposition for a solution.

B: in - "Solution in the problem" implies that the solution is somehow contained within the problem itself, which doesn't make logical sense. We find a solution to, not in, a problem.

D: of - "Solution of the problem" is grammatically incorrect in this context. While "of" can show a relationship, it's not the idiomatic way to express finding an answer to a specific issue.

Therefore, "I could not find the solution to the problem" is the most natural and correct sentence.