English Grammar – Spot the Error (choose the segment with the mistake; if there is no mistake, choose ‘‘No error’’). Sentence: “Are you aware for a long time that, by making me waiting for a long time, my schedule is getting upset?”

Introduction / Context:Error-spotting questions evaluate command of standard idiom and non-finite verb forms. In this sentence, the writer tries to use the pattern “by + gerund” after a preposition. Only the -ing form of the main verb should follow “by”, not a causative verb plus a second -ing. The structure “make + object + base verb” also interacts here and often causes confusion.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• Target meaning: “you are causing me to wait a long time.”
• Phrasal preposition: “by”.
• Segment B reads “by making me waiting”.
• Other parts may be wordy or stylistically clumsy, but we must select the segment that contains the clear grammatical error.

Concept / Approach:

• After a preposition like “by”, use a gerund: “by making …”.
• After “make + object”, use the base verb: “make me wait”, not “make me waiting”.
• Combine both correctly: “by making me wait”.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Verification / Alternative check:

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

Common Pitfalls:

Final Answer: