JAMB Use of English 1995 Question 86

Question 86

Verb Forms

Fill the gap(s) with the most appropriate option: The driver of the car admitted ________ a licence

  1. A.to not have
  2. B.not having
  3. C.to not having
  4. D.not to have
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (not having)

Explanation

'Admit' is followed by the -ing form: 'admitted not having a licence'.