Gold is _ precious metal.
Correct answer: A. A
- A. A
- B. An
- C. The
- D. No article is required
Explanation
In the phrase "Gold is a precious metal," the article "a" is used because it precedes the noun "precious metal" to indicate that gold belongs to a category or class of substances known as precious metals. "A" is an indefinite article used before singular nouns to refer to any member of a general category. In this case, "precious metal" refers to a broad category of metals that are rare, valuable, and often used in jewelry or currency.
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