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--instructions--

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

--questions--

--text--

Which sentence correctly uses a superlative?

--answers--

This laptop is more powerful than that one.

--feedback--

This sentence uses a comparative form (more powerful), not a superlative.


She is a very skilled developer in her team.

--feedback--

This sentence does not use the correct superlative form.


This is the fastest processor on the market.


This software is easier to use than the old version.

--feedback--

This sentence uses a comparative (easier), but a superlative compares three or more things.

--video-solution--

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--explanation--

A superlative compares three or more things to show the highest or lowest degree.

Add -est to short adjectives (like fastest), and use most with longer adjectives (like most efficient). Some adjectives have irregular forms (like best). Be sure to use the before superlatives.