SPELLING — Identify the misspelled word among A–D. If all four are correctly spelled, choose E (All correct). Words: A) Urge B) Merge C) Perge D) Surge

Introduction / Context:
Here the test targets minimal pair awareness among rhyme families (urge/merge/surge). The odd form replaces the initial consonant but does not create a valid English word.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• “Urge”: correct (strong desire).
• “Merge”: correct (combine).
• “Perge”: suspect; likely intended “purge”.
• “Surge”: correct (sudden rise).

Concept / Approach:
English has “purge,” not “perge.” The vowel after p should be “u,” and the consonant is “r” before “ge.” Therefore “Perge” is a non-word in standard spelling.

Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Compare to real word “purge.”2) Identify C as incorrect due to wrong vowel.3) Validate A, B, D as correctly spelled.

Verification / Alternative check:
Check morphological family: purge, purging, purifier (related root), but never “perge.”

Why Other Options Are Wrong:
A, B, D: Correct.E: Incorrect because one misspelling exists (C).

Common Pitfalls:
Confusing the schwa-like sound in rapid speech and choosing the wrong vowel in spelling.

Final Answer:
Perge → correct spelling is “purge”