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English · Q1

Preposition

Competitive Exams · English · question 1

Q1

The doctor gave me a prescription . . . . . . . . my cough.

A.
for
Answer
B.
with
C.
at
D.
to

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is for. The sentence should read: "The doctor gave me a prescription for my cough." This construction indicates the purpose or intended treatment of the prescription, which is for the cough.

The other options do not fit contextually:
B. "The doctor gave me a prescription with my cough." (Incorrect)
C. "The doctor gave me a prescription at my cough." (Incorrect)
D. "The doctor gave me a prescription to my cough." (Incorrect)