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English Language & Literature — CBSE Class 10 board question

Q1. [1]
Identify the error and supply the correction for the following instruction put up for safe use of elevators. Please refrain by standing near the door as it could lead to an accident. Use the given format for your response. Error | Correction
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Model Answer

| Error | Correction |
|-------|------------|
| refrain by | refrain from |

Explanation

"Refrain" is always followed by the preposition "from," not "by." Examiners look for identifying the wrong preposition and supplying the correct one.

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