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Based on the given statements, select the appropriate option with respect to grammar and usage.

Statements

(i) The height of Mr. X is 6 feet.

(ii) The height of Mr. Y is 5 feet.

  1. A
    Mr. X is longer than Mr. Y.
  2. B
    Mr. X is more elongated than Mr. Y.
  3. C
    Mr. X is taller than Mr. Y.
  4. D
    Mr. X is lengthier than Mr. Y.

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

Grammar and Usage for Height Comparison

This question asks us to choose the most grammatically correct and appropriate statement for comparing the heights of two individuals, Mr. X and Mr. Y, based on the given information.

Height Statements Provided

- Statement (i): The height of Mr. X is 6 feet.
- Statement (ii): The height of Mr. Y is 5 feet.

From these statements, it is clear that Mr. X has a greater height than Mr. Y.

Comparing Heights: Choosing the Correct Adjective

When we talk about the vertical measurement of a person from head to foot, we typically use the adjective "tall." Therefore, to compare the heights of two people, the correct comparative form of "tall" is "taller."

Let's examine each option presented in the context of proper grammar and usage for height comparison:
OptionGrammar and Usage Explanation
1. Mr. X is longer than Mr. Y.The adjective "long" and its comparative form "longer" are typically used for objects that extend horizontally, or for periods of time. For example, a river can be longer than another, or a road can be longer. It is not standard to describe a person's vertical height as "long."
2. Mr. X is more elongated than Mr. Y."Elongated" means stretched out or made longer. While grammatically possible in certain descriptive contexts, it often implies an unusual or stretched appearance. It is not the natural, common, or idiomatic word to simply state that one person is taller than another.
3. Mr. X is taller than Mr. Y.The adjective "tall" is specifically used to describe the vertical height of people, buildings, or trees. Its comparative form, "taller," is the correct and most appropriate word to compare the heights of two individuals. Since Mr. X's height (6 feet) is greater than Mr. Y's height (5 feet), Mr. X is indeed taller than Mr. Y.
4. Mr. X is lengthier than Mr. Y."Lengthier" is the comparative form of "lengthy," which is similar to "long." It is often used for abstract concepts like discussions or reports (e.g., "a lengthier explanation"). Like "longer," it is not appropriate for describing the vertical height of a person.
Appropriate Height Terminology

Based on the analysis, the statement that correctly uses grammar and usage to describe the height difference between Mr. X and Mr. Y is "Mr. X is taller than Mr. Y." This is because "tall" and "taller" are the standard adjectives for human height.

Therefore, the most suitable option is the one stating that "Mr. X is taller than Mr. Y."

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Try it yourself before checking the explanation above.

Based on the given statements, select the appropriate option with respect to grammar and usage.

Statements

(i) The height of Mr. X is 6 feet.

(ii) The height of Mr. Y is 5 feet.
A
Mr. X is longer than Mr. Y.
B
Mr. X is more elongated than Mr. Y.
C
Mr. X is taller than Mr. Y.
D
Mr. X is lengthier than Mr. Y.

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