Find the erroneous segment; if the sentence is correct, select ‘‘No error.’’ Sentence: Looking forward to meet you here.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: meet you

Explanation:

Introduction / Context:This checks gerund vs. infinitive after a preposition. After ‘‘to’’ used as a preposition (part of a phrasal preposition like ‘‘look forward to’’), we must use a gerund (verb + -ing), not the base form.

Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Expression: ‘‘look forward to’’
  • Verb form used: ‘‘meet’’ (base form)
  • Omitted subject is acceptable in notes or headlines

Concept / Approach:Differentiate between the infinitive marker ‘‘to’’ (e.g., ‘‘to meet’’ after ‘‘hope’’) and the preposition ‘‘to’’ in fixed expressions like ‘‘be used to,’’ ‘‘object to,’’ and ‘‘look forward to.’’ After a preposition, use a gerund: ‘‘meeting.’’

Step-by-Step Solution:Identify ‘‘to’’ as preposition (because of ‘‘look forward to’’).Change following verb to gerund: ‘‘meet’’ → ‘‘meeting.’’Correct version (elliptical style): ‘‘Looking forward to meeting you here.’’

Verification / Alternative check:Other examples: ‘‘I am used to working late,’’ not ‘‘used to work late’’ (different meaning). ‘‘She objects to paying extra.’’

Why Other Options Are Wrong:A, B, and D are fine in a note-like sentence. The sole error is the verb form in C.

Common Pitfalls:Treating every ‘‘to’’ as the infinitive marker; forgetting that many common expressions take ‘‘to + -ing.’’

Final Answer:meet you

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