Choose the sentence with correct usage:

Question

A
The criteria for winning are strict.
B
The data is consistent with our results.
C
The phenomenon were observed worldwide.
D
The media were present at the event.

Answer 1

The sentence with correct usage is:

A. The criteria for winning are strict.

Additionally, D. The media were present at the event. is also correct, as "media" is considered a plural noun in this context.

Options B and C contain errors:

• B should use "The data are consistent with our results." (because "data" is plural in a scientific context).
• C should use "The phenomenon was observed worldwide." (because "phenomenon" is singular).