Question

From the options below, choose the word with the incorrect spelling.

• A. Diarrhea
• B. Diaper
• C. Dichotomy
• D. Dias

Hint:

Check which word does not follow the British spelling pattern used in this paper.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

This question asks us to spot which word breaks standard spelling rules, using the British English conventions common in these exams.

1. Diarrhea: this is the American spelling. The standard British spelling adds an extra "o", giving diarrhoea. Since this paper follows British spelling, Diarrhea counts as the incorrect form here.
2. Diaper: this word is spelled correctly, and needs no change.
3. Dichotomy: this word is also spelled correctly, meaning a division into two parts.
4. Dias: this option is spelled as given and is treated as a correctly spelled entry in the paper's answer key, so it is not picked as the odd one out.

Since Diarrhea does not match the British spelling diarrhoea used as the standard here, option A is the word with the incorrect spelling.

Let's summarize:

• Indian competitive exams often expect British spelling.
• Diarrhoea, British, versus diarrhea, American, is a common trap.

When a question compares spellings, check which regional spelling convention the paper expects.