One of the following statements contains a word used incorrectly or inappropriately. Choose the option which has the incorrect or inappropriate usage of the word.
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One of the following statements contains a word used incorrectly or inappropriately. Choose the option which has the incorrect or inappropriate usage of the word.
- If you need to farther your career, you should avoid all kinds of distractions.
- The politician was so flustered by the animosity of the crowd that he refused to answer further questions.
- We need to discuss this problem right away and avoid letting it fester any further.
- I live farther away from college than all my classmates.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - If you need to farther your career, you should avoid all kinds of distractions.
'Farther your career' should be 'further your career' (verb: advance). 'Farther away' (distance) and 'further questions'/'fester any further' are correct.
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