Identify the incorrect segment:The prime minister fired a broadside at the opposition leaders. A few of his remarks were not up at the mark.
Correct answer: D. at
- A. of
- B. were
- C. up
- D. at
Explanation
The correct phrase should be "upto" instead of "up at." Therefore, the sentence should be: "The prime minister fired a broadside at the opposition leaders. A few of his remarks were not up to the mark." The phrase "up to the mark" is a common idiom meaning meeting the expected standard or level of quality.
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