In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'. Prabhat is impressed by his (1)/ younger brother because he is cleverer (2)/ and amusing than he is.(3)/ No Error (4)?

Option 3 : 3

Correct option - 3

Here, concept of comparative degree is brought under consideration.

Comparative adjectives are used to compare differences between the two objects they modify (larger, smaller, faster, higher). They are used in sentences where two nouns are compared, in this pattern:

Noun (subject) + verb + comparative adjective + than + noun (object).

Since, cleverer denotes that comparative degree is being used. Thus, similar pattern to be followed further also. Hence, replace amusing with more amusing to show comparative degree. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Correct sentence - Prabhat is impressed by his younger brother because he is cleverer and more amusing than he is.