Jofra Archer, the England fast bowler, is _______ than accurate.
Options:
(A) more fast
(B) faster
(C) less fast
(D) more faster
Official Answer Key:
A
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE PH 2020 Q.2 / GA Q.2)**
**1. Grammatical Rule for Comparing Two Qualities**:
- In English grammar, when comparing **two different qualities of the same person or object** (here: "fastness" vs. "accuracy" of Jofra Archer), the comparative is formed using **"more + positive degree"** rather than the "-er" inflection.
- Thus, "more fast than accurate" is the grammatically correct phrasing, whereas "faster than accurate" is used when comparing two different entities on the same attribute.
**2. Option Breakdown**:
- (A) more fast [CORRECT]: Compares two distinct attributes of the same subject.
- (B) faster: Used only when comparing two different subjects on speed.
- (C) less fast: Contradicts the intended positive superlative sense and grammar.
- (D) more faster: Double comparative (redundant and ungrammatical).
**3. Official Verification**:
The verified official IIT Delhi Master Answer is **Option (A)** (`more fast`).
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