English grammar – Spot the error (choose the part with an error or “No error”). Sentence: I am pleased to sanction / one special increment / to all the employees / with this month.

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Solve this multiple-choice question and choose the correct option.

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Introduction / Context:The item checks prepositional phrasing in formal administrative English. The sentence announces a pay increment and includes a time reference. Given Data / Assumptions: “Sanction one special increment” is a formal, acceptable collocation. Time of effect needs a standard phrase like “with effect from …”. Audience expects clear official wording. Concept / Approach:In formal notices, the correct time expression is “with effect from this month” or “effective this month.” The fragment “with this month” is not idiomatic in this context. Step-by-Step Solution: A: “I am pleased to sanction” — correct register and structure.B: “one special increment” — grammatical noun phrase.C: “to all the employees” — correct prepositional object.D: “with this month.” — unidiomatic; should be “with effect from this month” or “effective this month.” Verification / Alternative check: Revised version: “I am pleased to sanction one special increment to all the employees with effect from this month.” Why Other Options Are Wrong: A–C are fine; D contains the only idiomatic error. Common Pitfalls: Using “with this month” instead of “from this month,” “effective this month,” or “with effect from …”. Final Answer:with this month.

English grammar – Spot the error (choose the part with an error or “No error”). Sentence: I am pleased to sanction / one special increment / to all the employees / with this month.

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