38. Which word is used incorrectly in the sentence? The man's heart attack scared him badly, and he decided to having a regular check-up from then on.
Answer: A
The word "having" is used incorrectly in the sentence.
In the context of the sentence, "having" should be replaced with "have" to maintain correct grammatical structure. The phrase should read, "he decided to have a regular check-up."
A) having
This option is incorrect as the gerund "having" does not fit grammatically in this context. The verb should be in its base form "have" to correctly follow "decided to," which requires the infinitive form of the verb.
B) man's
This option is correct as it properly denotes possession. The phrase "the man's heart attack" accurately indicates that the heart attack belongs to the man, making it grammatically sound.
C) badly
This option is also correct as it appropriately modifies the verb "scared." The adverb "badly" effectively describes the intensity of the man's fear, fitting well within the sentence structure.
D) from
This option is correct as "from" is used correctly in this context. It indicates the source of the action, specifying that the regular check-up is something he decided to pursue going forward.
Conclusion
The word "having" is the only term that is used incorrectly in the sentence, as it fails to adhere to proper grammatical rules regarding verb forms. All other options—"man's," "badly," and "from"—are used correctly and contribute appropriately to the meaning of the sentence. Thus, the focus on the incorrect use of "having" highlights the importance of verb form consistency in English grammar.