JKSSB Written 2024
Fill in the blank with appropriate prepositions from the alternatives given below.
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Correct Answer:
Option D —
between
The preposition "between" is used when referring to a position in the middle of two or more distinct objects. Since a flower has multiple "close petals," the needle is being placed in the space separating them.
• In would imply the needle is inside a single petal.
• Upon suggests it is resting on top.
• At indicates a specific point but doesn't capture the relationship with the surrounding petals.
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