99Your ear might easily catch this one. It’s those nasty Gerunds once again.
(A) “over” is a preposition. Is over the last decade a legitimate prep phrase? Yes, it is.
(B) “have” is not simply a present tense verb. It is linked to implemented (have implemented).
Let’s test present perfect tense. See the clue word “over.” We have an action that has floated
in the past at no set time, so present perfect tense is correct. Be sure to also check for SVA.
Who or what “have implemented”? Members. Plural verb, plural subject checks.
(C) “reducing” is a gerund, but it is connected to the word “to.” Infinitives should be connected to
“to,” not gerunds. Change reducing to reduce.
(D) test the preposition “for,” by simplifying the sentence. To reduce emissions for
improved efficiency. That checks fine.
Revised sentence:
Over the last decade, ACEA members have
A B
implemented more than 50 new, CO2 cutting
reduce Gerund / Infinitive Switch
technologies into their vehicles to reducing
C
CO2 emissions for improved fuel efficiency.
D
No error
E
Correct Answer: (C)
- Over the last decade, ACEA members have
A B
implemented more than 50 new, CO2 cutting
technologies into their vehicles to reducing
C
CO2 emissions for improved fuel efficiency.
D
No error
E