Identify the error in the given sentence. My colleague always works latest than me.

English Comprehension ·Previously asked in SSC CGL 2024

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Question

Identify the error in the given sentence.

My colleague always works latest than me.

  1. A. My colleague
  2. B. latest (Correct answer)
  3. C. than me.
  4. D. always works

Correct Answer

Option B — latest

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is latest.

Key Points

  • The sentence compares two people using 'than', so it needs the comparative degree, later, not the superlative latest.
  • Correct: "My colleague always works later than me."

Topics covered: SSC CGL 2024 English Error Detection