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Teal lime Posted 6 years ago
Grammar

The price of petrol......

Which of the following sentences is correct?

1) The price of petrol has risen by 15% over the past year.

2) The price of petrol has been rising by 15% over the past year.

3) The price of petrol rose by 15% over the past year.

If all three are possible, do they mean the same thing?

If not, when should I use each of them?

Thank you.

  

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1) The price of petrol has risen by 15% over the past year. Most common. Statement of fact.

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  • 1) The price of petrol has risen by 15% over the past year.
  • Most common.
  • Statement of fact.
  • 25% per month over the past year .
  • As amended.
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1) The price of petrol has risen by 15% over the past year. Emotion: yes

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