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प्रश्न
Look at the sentences given below. Find out which one is correct. If the sentence is wrong give reasons.
पर्याय
Sunita is the quieter of four sisters.
Sunita is the quietest of the four sisters.
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उत्तर
Sunita is the quietest of the four sisters.
Explanation:
When there is a comparison of more than two nouns, the superlative form (quietest) of the adjective must be used.
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