One of the statements below contains a word used incorrectly or inappropriately. Choose the option which has the incorrect or inappropriate usage of the word.
One of the statements below contains a word used incorrectly or inappropriately. Choose the option which has the incorrect or inappropriate usage of the word.
Solution
The question is testing for word usage between cord and chord.
A cord can mean a few different things: it's a string or rope (like the cord on your hoodie), a unit of measurement for firewood (128 cubic feet of stacked wood), or it can refer to anatomical structures like the umbilical cord that connects a baby to its mother. Think of it as something that physically connects or ties things together.
A chord is a musical term for when you play multiple notes at the same time to create harmony. When a guitarist strums several strings together or a pianist presses multiple keys simultaneously, they're playing a chord. It's like musical teamwork - different notes working together to create a beautiful sound.
Option 1 -> Correct usage: "cord" refers to a string or rope worn around the neck.
Option 2 -> Correct usage: "cord" is a proper unit of measurement for wood.
Option 3 -> Correct usage: "umbilical cord" is the correct anatomical term.
Option 4 -> Incorrect usage: Should be "chord" not "cord" when referring to musical notes played together.
Hence, Option 4 is correct.