In each question in the following. four alternative sentences are given. Choose the CORRECT one and fill the circle corresponding to that letter in the answer sheet.
Correct answer: D. A majority of the fashion designs are sewn in China
- A. A majority of the fashion designs is sewn in China
- B. A majority of the fashion designs has sewn in China
- C. A majority of the fashion designs was sewn in China
- D. A majority of the fashion designs are sewn in China
Explanation
"A majority of the fashion designs" refers to a plural entity, so it requires the plural verb "are." Option D correctly uses "are" to agree with the plural subject "A majority of the fashion designs."
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