Question

Difficulty: EasyPrepositions and Prepositional Phrases

Complete the sentence below by supplying the correct preposition in the blank space.

Answer:The factory manager was warned that failure to comply 【with】 the new safety regulations would result in a heavy fine.

Answer

with
The verb 'comply' takes the fixed dependent preposition 'with' when referring to obedience or conformity to rules, laws, or guidelines.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the verb in the sentence that requires a dependent preposition.
The verb 'comply' requires a specific dependent preposition to express adherence to rules or instructions.
Certain verbs in Standard English must pair with specific prepositions to form correct collocations.
2
Select the appropriate preposition that collocates with 'comply'.
The verb 'comply' idiomatic pairing is 'with'.
In English grammar, one complies 'with' a rule, regulation, or order.

Key Concept

Dependent Prepositions and Verb-Preposition Collocations
Estimated Time:45s
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