Which sentence correctly uses “moral” and “morale”?

Correct answer: A. The team’s morale improved after the successful operation.

  • A. The team’s morale improved after the successful operation.
  • B. The team’s moral improved after the successful operation.
  • C. The team showed high morale principles during the debate.
  • D. The officer praised the staff’s moral after the victory.

Explanation

Morale means the confidence and enthusiasm of a group, whereas moral relates to standards of right and wrong. The sentence refers to the team’s confidence, not to an ethical principle.

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