Select the option which fits appropriately in the blank:Dan _ a lot of friends.
Correct answer: B. Has
- A. Have
- B. Has
- C. Is having
- D. Having
Explanation
The correct option that fits appropriately in the blank is:"Dan has a lot of friends."The subject of the sentence is "Dan," which is singular. Therefore, the appropriate verb to use is "has," which agrees with the singular subject in the present tense. The other options do not match the subject-verb agreement correctly. "Have" is used for plural subjects or for the pronouns "you," "we," "they." "Is having" is in the present progressive tense, which is not suitable in this context. "Having" is a present participle, and it does not work as the main verb in this sentence.
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