S1: But how does a new word get into the dictionary? P : When a new dictionary is being edited, a lexicographer collects all the alphabetically arranged citation slips for a particular word. Q : The dictionary makers notice it and make a note of it on a citation slip. R : The moment new word is coined, it usually enter the spoken language. S : The word then passes from the realm of hearing to the realm of writing. S6: He sorts them according to their grammatical function, and carefully writes a definition. The Proper sequence should be: A. PQRS B. PRSQ C. RQPS D. RSQP

PQRS
PRSQ
RQPS
RSQP

The correct answer is: A. PQRS

Here is a brief explanation of each option:

  • PQRS is the correct sequence because it follows the natural progression of how a new word gets into the dictionary. First, a new word is coined and enters the spoken language. Then, it is noticed by dictionary makers and a citation slip is made for it. Finally, the word is sorted and defined 24.8 41.5 48.3 47.8C117.2 448 288 448 288 448s170.8 0 213.4-11.5c23.5-6.3 42-24.2 48.3-47.8 11.4-42.9 11.4-132.3 11.4-132.3s0-89.4-11.4-132.3zm-317.5 213.5V175.2l142.7 81.2-142.7 81.2z"/> Subscribe on YouTube
by a lexicographer.
  • PRSQ is incorrect because it puts the definition of the word before the citation slip is made. This is not the correct order of events.
  • RQPS is incorrect because it puts the sorting of the word before the definition is written. This is not the correct order of events.
  • RSQP is incorrect because it puts the making of the citation slip before the word enters the spoken language. This is not the correct order of events.
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