Introduction / Context:
This question focuses on the fixed infinitival pattern after “able.” In English, “able” is followed by “to + base verb.” Using a different preposition breaks the construction and is unidiomatic.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Sentence: “One should be able for differentiate between what is desirable and what is not.”
- Exactly one fragment is wrong.
Concept / Approach:
The correct pattern is “be able to + verb” (e.g., able to swim, able to speak). “Able for” is used only in limited dialectal/older senses (e.g., “fit for”), not with verbs. Hence fragment A is erroneous; it should read “able to.”
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Locate the adjective complement pattern after “able.”2) Replace “for” with “to” to form the infinitive: “able to differentiate …”.3) Confirm remaining fragments are grammatical and idiomatic.4) Select A as the error.
Verification / Alternative check:
Recast: “One should be able to differentiate between what is desirable and what is not.” This is the textbook construction.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
B–D: All parts read naturally once A is corrected.
Common Pitfalls:
Transferring prepositions from other languages (e.g., “capable of” → “able for”). Memorise: able to + V; capable of + V-ing.
Final Answer:
One should be able for
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