He is the taller of ___ two brothers. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

He is the taller of ___ two brothers.
A. no article
B. an
C. a
D. the
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
When comparing exactly two things ('of the two'), the comparative degree is preceded by 'the'.

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A. a
B. the
C. no article
D. an

Correct Answer: Option D


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A. an
B. the
C. a
D. no article

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A. an
B. the
C. no article
D. a

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