Which sentence uses an adjective as an adverb incorrectly?
A. He works hard.
B. He runs fast.
C. They arrived late.
D. She speaks loud.
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
'Loud' can be an adverb in informal contexts (speak loud) but standard requires 'loudly'. However, 'fast', 'hard', 'late' are flat adverbs. So 'speaks loud' is acceptable; but many exams consider 'speak loudly' correct. I'll choose 'speaks loud' as incorrect in formal English. I'll adjust: 'She speaks loud' is often marked incorrect; correct is 'loudly'. I'll keep.
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