alleryWhich sentence correctly uses a preposition for a period of time?
AThe parcel has been lying here since 10 days.
BThe parcel has been lying here from 10 days.
CThe parcel has been lying here for 10 days.
DThe parcel has been lying here at 10 days.
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. The parcel has been lying here for 10 days.
"Since" and "from" are used for a point of time, not for a duration.
"10 days" is a period of time, so the correct preposition is "for."
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