He is a scientist {A)/ but out of {B)/ his three sons {C)/ neither have become scientists. {D)
Correct answer: D. Neither have become scientists
- A. He is a scientist
- B. But out of
- C. His three sons
- D. Neither have become scientists
Explanation
The subject "neither" is singular, so the correct verb form to agree with it is "has" rather than "have." Therefore, the correct sentence is: "He is a scientist, but out of his three sons, neither has become a scientist."
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