In the following question, out of four options, select the option that correctly identifies the type of sentence.
Deepa lives there.

Appeared in: DSSSB -28 August 2019 (Shift-2)

Explanation

A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause.
An independent clause contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.
In the sentence 'Deepa lives there,' 'Deepa' is the subject and 'lives' is the verb.
Since it contains only one independent clause, it is classified as a simple sentence.

Option A: A compound sentence requires at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (like 'and', 'but', 'or'). This sentence has only one clause.
Option B: A complex sentence requires one independent clause and at least one dependent (subordinate) clause. This sentence does not contain a dependent clause.
Option D: 'Indicative' describes the mood of a verb, used for factual statements or questions. It is not a category for sentence structure.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Sentence Structure Identification as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
While this is a grammar question, clear and precise communication is a critical skill in nursing.
Using correct sentence structures ensures that patient records, handovers, and instructions are unambiguous and easily understood, which is vital for patient safety.
What if? - If a nurse wrote 'Patient complained of pain and requested medication,' (a simple sentence with a compound predicate) it is clear. If they wrote 'Patient complained of pain, he requested medication,' (a comma splice error), it is grammatically incorrect and could create confusion in a legal or clinical review.

How to Approach the Question

First, read the sentence: 'Deepa lives there.'
Identify the main components: Find the subject (who or what is doing the action) and the verb (the action). Here, the subject is 'Deepa' and the verb is 'lives.'
Count the clauses. A clause is a group of words with a subject and a verb. This sentence has only one clause.
Determine the clause type. Since 'Deepa lives there' can stand alone as a complete thought, it is an independent clause.
Match the structure to the definition. A sentence with only one independent clause is a simple sentence.
Evaluate the other options to confirm. It's not compound (needs 2+ independent clauses) or complex (needs a dependent clause). 'Indicative' is a mood, not a structure.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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E6 Psychology Morgan King 9e Part 1 p. 269-271

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