You cannot have it (both) ways
Correct answer: D. Adjective
- A. Verb
- B. Adverb
- C. Pronoun
- D. Adjective
Explanation
In this sentence, "both" functions as an adjective, modifying the noun "ways" and indicating that having multiple contradictory options simultaneously is not possible.Why the other options are wrong:(A) Verb: "Both" is not functioning as a verb in this context.(B) Adverb: "Both" is not modifying a verb, adjective, or another adverb.(C) Pronoun: "Both" is not replacing a noun; it is an adjective.
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