Foundation
English
Verb
Sentences
Tenses
Question
Fill in the blank with the correct word/phrase.
Would you mind ______ the music down? I can't concentrate.
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Solution
Option C is the correct answer because 'turning' in this context is used to move the volume controller so that it is in a different position or facing a different direction, here, lowering the volume by turning it backward.
As turning, is an action, it is the correct answer.
Option B and D are incorrect because a verb is not preceded by a preposition 'to'.
Option A is incorrect because 'turn' when used without an adjective or preposition, is used to move or make something move around a central point