Error Spotting – Choose the segment (A–D) that contains a grammatical error; select “No error” only if the entire sentence is correct. Sentence: A) Very few employees B) in our company are C) so dedicated as D) Mahesh will.

Introduction / Context:The sentence examines comparative patterns (“as/so … as”) and tense harmony. When comparing present qualities, the verb in the comparative tail should typically match the tense/aspect of the main clause and, with “as/so … as”, is often omitted or realized as “is/are”.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• Main clause time frame: present (“are”).
• Comparative structure: “so dedicated as …”.
• Tail segment D uses “will”, implying futurity, which breaks harmony.

Concept / Approach:Use “as/so + adjective + as + noun/pronoun (+ be)” for present comparisons. Here, either “as Mahesh” (ellipsis) or “as Mahesh is” is standard. “Mahesh will” mismatches tense and lacks a main verb complement.

Step-by-Step Solution:1) Identify the matrix tense: present (“are”).2) Align the comparative tail: use “is” (present) or omit the verb after a proper noun.3) Correct forms: “Very few employees … are so dedicated as Mahesh (is).”4) Therefore, the error is D.

Verification / Alternative check:Say it with pronoun substitution: “as he is” works; “as he will” does not, unless a future time reference has been clearly established (it has not here).

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

• A–C: All parts fit the comparative pattern once D is corrected.

Common Pitfalls:Using “will” for generic present comparisons; confusing “so … as” with “as … as”.

Final Answer:Option D