Question

Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Effective time management is (1) ______ for success. By prioritising tasks, individuals can enhance (2) ________ and reduce stress. Planning allows for a balance (3) _______ work and personal life. Studies show that those who manage their time (4) _______ are more likely to achieve their goals. It is a skill (5) ______ positively impacts both professional and personal aspects of life. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.

• A. around
• B. between
• C. with
• D. beyond

Answer 1

Answer:

B. between

• Why "between" is the correct answer: The "Balance" Rule: In English, the word "balance" is almost always followed by the preposition between when comparing or connecting two distinct things. Two Entities: The sentence identifies two specific areas of life: "work" and "personal life." When we refer to a relationship involving two separate points or items, between is the grammatically correct choice. Meaning: To "allow for a balance between" means to ensure that neither side (work or life) outweighs the other, creating an equal or healthy distribution.