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Task-2

Let's Learn from Others' Mistakes

Common Errors 

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Source: Ms Shraddha 23-08-23 MT 20

Original Text

In many countries, using mobile phones, tablets and other devices while walking in public areas are a pressing concern. 

Corrected

Corrected version:

In many countries, using mobile phones, tablets, and other devices while walking in public areas is a pressing concern. 

Explanation: 

The subject "using mobile phones, tablets, and other devices" is singular, so the verb "is" should be used instead of "are". 

Improved

Improved version:

In numerous countries, the habitual use of mobile phones, tablets, and other devices while traversing public spaces is an escalating concern.

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Original Text

Understanding the root causes of the problem is essential for developing effective solutions. 

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Explanation: 

The sentence is already correct. 

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Improved version:

 Gaining insights into the underlying causes of this issue is pivotal to formulating efficacious remedies.

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Original Text

This essay will investigate the primary cause concern among many commentators and suggest potential solutions. 

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Corrected version:

This essay will investigate the primary cause of concern among many commentators and suggest potential solutions. 

Explanation: 

The correct phrase is "cause of concern" to indicate what the concern is about. Also, "among" should be replaced with "of" to correctly show the relationship between the cause and the commentators. 

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Improved version:

This essay will delve into the primary concerns raised by many commentators and proffer potential solutions.

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Original Text

On the one hand, using mobile phones or electronic devices have become more common in recent years. 

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Corrected version:

On the one hand, using mobile phones or electronic devices has become more common in recent years. 


Explanation: 


The subject "using mobile phones or electronic devices" is singular, so the verb "has" should be used instead of "have". 

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Improved version:

On one hand, the proliferation of mobile phones and electronic devices has become increasingly commonplace in recent times.

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Original Text

 Utilizing time on technological gadgets have bad impact on individuals health. 

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Corrected version:

Using time on technological gadgets has a bad impact on individuals' health.  

Explanation: 

 "Using" is a more appropriate term here. Also, "has" should be used for a singular subject, and the possessive form "individuals'" should be used to indicate the health of individuals. 

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Improved version:

 Employing technological gadgets extensively can substantially compromise individuals' well-being.

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Original Text

This may have detrimental effect on health as well as societies. 

Corrected

Corrected version:

This may have detrimental effects on health as well as society. 

Explanation: 

"Effect" should be plural to match "detrimental effects". Also, "society" should be singular to refer to the overall societal impact. 

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Improved version:

 Such practices can have detrimental ramifications on both health and society at large.

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Original Text

 How mobile phones affects society? 

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Corrected version:

How do mobile phones affect society? 

Explanation: 

The correct verb form is "affect" to match the subject "mobile phones". The question mark should come at the end of the sentence.

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Improved version:

 How do mobile phones impact society at large?

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Original Text

In the current pace of life, a growing number of people rely on technology and they use their phones on roads also. 

Corrected

Corrected version:

In the current pace of life, a growing number of people rely on technology and use their phones on the roads as well. 

Explanation: 

"Pace of" is the correct usage. "And use" is a more concise form. "On the roads as well" is the correct phrase to indicate the location of phone usage.

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Improved version:

Amidst the contemporary rhythm of life, an expanding demographic relies heavily on technology, employing their phones even while traversing roads.

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If people use gadgets in roads, for instance, it stands out as a significant driving force behind this issue. 

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Corrected version:

If people use gadgets on roads, for instance, it becomes a significant factor behind this issue. 

Explanation: 

"On roads" is the correct preposition. "Becomes" is a more appropriate verb. "A significant factor" is more accurate than "a significant driving force".

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Improved version:

If individuals resort to using gadgets on the roads, it emerges as a pivotal catalyst behind this predicament.

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Original Text

Furthermore, in today's fast-paced and complex life, a greater number of people are using gadgets compared to the past, and they using gadgets on roads. 

Corrected

Corrected version:

Furthermore, in today's fast-paced and complex life, a greater number of people are using gadgets compared to the past, and they are using gadgets on roads. 

Explanation: 

The corrected sentence includes the appropriate verb form "are using" to maintain grammatical consistency. 

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Improved version:

Moreover, in the midst of today's rapid and intricate existence, a greater multitude resort to using gadgets, particularly while navigating the roads.

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Original Text

 This may increase accidents as people rely on technology they do not know that where they are. 

Corrected

Corrected version:

This may increase accidents as people rely on technology they do not know where they are. 

Explanation: 

"That where" should be corrected to simply "where" to form a correct and coherent sentence. 

Improved

Improved version:

Consequently, this might augment the incidence of accidents as technology-dependent individuals may lose awareness of their surroundings.

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Original Text

Many pedestrians use these dangerous devices and person who is driving car they also uses these gadgets while driving car. 

Corrected

Corrected version:

Many pedestrians use these dangerous devices, and people who are driving cars also use these gadgets while driving. 

Explanation: 

"Person" should be pluralized to "people". The verb "uses" should be corrected to "use" to match the plural subject. 

Improved

Improved version:

A significant number of pedestrians employ these perilous devices, and motorists, too, succumb to the allure of gadgets whilst behind the wheel.

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Original Text

In this way, crime rates may increase. 

Corrected

The original sentence is correct. 

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Improved version:

As a result, crime rates could see an uptick.

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Original Text

Turning to it's possible solutions, perhaps immediate steps would be taken. 

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Corrected version:

Turning to its possible solutions, perhaps immediate steps would be taken. 

Explanation: 

"It's" is a contraction of "it is" or "it has", while "its" is a possessive form. Since "possible solutions" is being possessed by "it", the correct form is "its".

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Improved version:

As for potential solutions, immediate action might be requisite.

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Original Text

Around the globe, multifaceted campaign should be organised so that people become aware of these gadgets, and people who are addicted of using mobile phones should make a campaign for them and tell them using highly gadgets has a detrimental effects. 

Corrected

Corrected version:

Around the globe, multifaceted campaigns should be organised so that people become aware of these gadgets, and people who are addicted to using mobile phones should make a campaign for them and tell them that using high-tech gadgets has detrimental effects.  

Explanation: 

"Campaigns" should be plural to match the subject. "Of using mobile phones" should be corrected to "to using mobile phones" to express the purpose. "Using highly gadgets" should be corrected to "using high-tech gadgets" for clarity. "Detrimental effects" should be plural as well. 

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Improved version:

Globally, orchestrating multifaceted campaigns could foster awareness about these gadgets. Simultaneously, individuals ensnared in the throes of mobile phone addiction could spearhead campaigns elucidating the adverse consequences of high-tech gadgetry.

Source: Ms Shraddha 23-08-23  MT 20

Original Text!

In many countries, using mobile phones, tablets and other devices while walking in public areas are a pressing concern. Understanding the root causes of the problem is essential for developing effective solutions. This essay will investigate the primary cause concern among many commentators and suggest potential solutions. On the one hand, using mobile phones or electronic devices have become more common in recent years.

Utilizing time on technological gadgets have bad impact on individuals health. This may have detrimental effect on health as well as societies. How mobile phones affects society?

In the current pace of life, a growing number of people rely on technology and they use their phones on roads also. If people use gadgets in roads, for instance, it stands out as a significant driving force behind this issue. Furthermore, in today's fast-paced and complex life, a greater number of people are using gadgets compared to the past, and they using gadgets on roads. This may increase accidents as people rely on technology they do not know that where they are. Manu pedestrians use these dangerous devices and person who is driving car they also uses these gadgets while driving car. In this way, crime rates may increase. 

Turning to it's possible solutions, perhaps immediate steps would be taken. Around the globe, multifaceted campaign should be organised so that people become aware of these gadgets, and people who are addicted of using mobile phones should make a campaign for them and tell them using highly gadgets has a detrimental effects. If people using mobile phones on roads should be punished them and apply taxes on them. 

In conclusion, it is evident from the aforementioned arguments that folks using phones on roads can cause problems, but these can be dealt with by promoting rules and regulations.

Corrected!

         In many countries, using mobile phones, tablets, and other devices while walking in public areas is a pressing concern. Understanding the root causes of the problem is essential for developing effective solutions. This essay will investigate the primary causes of concern among many commentators and suggest potential solutions. On the one hand, using mobile phones or electronic devices has become more common in recent years. Utilising time on technological gadgets has a detrimental impact on individuals' health. This may have detrimental effects on health as well as society. How do mobile phones affect society?

In the current pace of life, a growing number of people rely on technology, and they use their phones on roads as well. If people use gadgets on roads, for instance, it stands out as a significant driving force behind this issue. Furthermore, in today's fast-paced and complex life, a greater number of people are using gadgets compared to the past, and they use gadgets on roads. This may increase accidents, as people relying on technology do not know where they are. Many pedestrians use these dangerous devices, and people who are driving cars also use these gadgets while driving. In this way, crime rates may increase.

Turning to its possible solutions, perhaps immediate steps should be taken. Around the globe, multifaceted campaigns should be organised so that people become aware of these gadgets. People addicted to using mobile phones should initiate campaigns to inform others that using high-tech gadgets has detrimental effects. If people using mobile phones on roads are caught, they should be punished, and taxes should be applied to them.

In conclusion, it is evident from the aforementioned arguments that individuals using phones on roads can cause problems, but these issues can be addressed by promoting rules and regulations.

IMPROVED VERSION

  In numerous nations, the pervasive use of mobile phones, tablets, and other electronic devices while navigating through public spaces is a matter of profound concern. It is imperative to fathom the underlying factors of this issue, as this knowledge is pivotal in devising efficacious remedies. This essay will meticulously scrutinise the primary areas of concern highlighted by numerous commentators and subsequently propose potential solutions.

On one hand, the ubiquity of mobile phones and electronic devices has surged dramatically in recent years. Equally important is recognising the impact of allocating significant time to these technological gadgets on individuals' well-being. This may entail detrimental consequences not only on personal health but also on society at large. The fundamental question is: how do mobile phones truly affect society?

In the midst of contemporary urban life, an increasing demographic is becoming heavily reliant on technology. These individuals are using their phones even while navigating busy roads. A pertinent example of this can be found in the habit of using gadgets while on the move. This habit assumes a pivotal role in driving the issue at hand. Furthermore, in today's fast-paced and intricate existence, a greater number of people are resorting to gadget use compared to the past. This is particularly discernible while they traverse roads. Such behaviour might amplify the occurrence of accidents, as these technology-dependent individuals often lack awareness of their surroundings.

A multitude of pedestrians recklessly employ these perilous devices, and drivers, too, succumb to the allure of gadgets whilst behind the wheel. This manifests in the form of increased crime rates. To address these burgeoning challenges, prompt measures are imperative. On a global scale, orchestrating multifaceted campaigns is paramount for raising awareness about the perils of gadget misuse. Simultaneously, individuals ensnared in the clutches of mobile phone addiction could spearhead campaigns elucidating the adverse consequences of indulging in high-tech gadgetry.

One potential remedy involves implementing stricter regulations, whereby individuals caught using mobile phones on roads would be penalised. Additionally, imposing taxes on such individuals could serve as a deterrent. In conclusion, the discourse above underscores that the practice of using phones on roads can lead to multifaceted problems. However, these challenges can be mitigated through the diligent promotion and enforcement of pertinent rules and regulations.

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