JAMB Use of English 1983 Question 49

Question 49

Verb Forms

Choose the expression or word which best completes the sentence: This conference is designed to enable delegates________ their personal interests with specialists in various fields

  1. A.to discuss about
  2. B.discussing
  3. C.to discuss
  4. D.for discussing
  5. E.by discussing
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (to discuss)

Explanation

'Enable someone' is followed by 'to' + verb, and 'discuss' takes no 'about'.