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id: 678a4c766f93de30541d64c7
title: Task 15
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-15
lang: en-US
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# --instructions--

This task doesn't have audio. Read the question below and select the correct answer.

# --questions--

## --text--

Which sentence uses the word `prefer` correctly?

## --answers--

`I prefer to go shopping yesterday.`
  
### --feedback--

The sentence is in the wrong tense for expressing preference about past activities.

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`She prefers drink coffee every morning.`

### --feedback--

After `prefer`, you need the `-ing` form of the verb.

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`He prefers running in the park on weekends.`

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`They prefer to play soccer on weekends.`

### --feedback--

This sentence uses the infinitive form `to play` after `prefer`. The correct form here is the `-ing` form.

## --video-solution--

3

# --explanation--

`Prefer` is typically followed by a noun or the `-ing` form of a verb. For example:

- `Users often prefer apps with simple and clean designs.` - People usually choose apps that are easy to navigate and visually appealing.

- `Some people prefer using dark mode to reduce eye strain.` - Many users choose dark mode because it's easier on their eyes.
