______ is essential for success.
Solution
Correct Answer: Option A
- The sentence describes an action that is essential.
- "Studying" is a gerund, which is a verb acting as a noun. In this case, "studying" is the subject of the sentence.
The other options are incorrect:
B) "To study" is an infinitive, which is typically used after modals or with the verb "to be."
C) "Studied" is the past participle, used for the past tense or passive voice.
D) "Study" is the imperative form, used for giving commands.